VACANCY.NG PRIVACY POLICY (NDPR COMPLIANT)

This Privacy Policy explains how Vacancy.ng, operated by PanAfrica IT Solutions, collects, uses, and protects your personal data in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR).

1. Introduction

Welcome to Vacancy.ng, a career development and employment platform owned and operated by PanAfrica IT Solutions. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and other applicable laws. By using Vacancy.ng, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

Vacancy.ng (PanAfrica IT Solutions) is the Data Controller, responsible for determining how your personal data is processed.

3. Information We Collect

We collect personal data necessary to provide our services:

  • 3.1 Personal Information: Full name, email address, phone number, location, profile information (education, experience, skills)
  • 3.2 Student Information: Where applicable, we may collect: Institution name, Matriculation number, Course of study, NYSC details. This is used strictly for verification and fraud prevention.
  • 3.3 Employer Information: Company name, Business details, Job postings
  • 3.4 Partner / Recruiter Information: Referral activity, Job postings, Performance metrics
  • 3.5 Payment Information: Subscription details, Transaction confirmations. We do not store sensitive card details. Payments are handled by secure third-party providers.
  • 3.6 Technical & Usage Data: IP address, Device information, Pages visited, Platform activity

4. Legal Basis for Processing (NDPR)

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent - when you sign up and use our platform
  • Contractual necessity - to provide services you requested
  • Legitimate interest - to improve our services and prevent fraud
  • Legal obligation - where required by law

5. How We Use Your Data

  • Create and manage your account
  • Connect job seekers with employers
  • Enable employers to search and contact candidates
  • Provide career development services
  • Verify users and prevent fraud
  • Track referrals and rewards
  • Improve platform performance
  • Communicate updates and opportunities

6. Data Sharing

  • 6.1 Employers: Your profile may be visible to employers for recruitment purposes, especially when you subscribe or make your profile available.
  • 6.2 Service Providers: Payment processors, Learning platforms (API integrations), Analytics providers
  • 6.3 Legal Authorities: Where required by law or to protect our rights.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to: Provide services, Meet legal obligations, Resolve disputes. Users may request deletion of their data at any time.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including: Secure servers, Access control systems, Data encryption (where applicable). However, no system is completely secure, and users are advised to protect their login credentials.

9. Your Rights (Under NDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Object to data processing
  • Lodge complaints with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC)

10. Student Verification Policy

Student data is collected to: Verify identity, Prevent impersonation, Ensure platform trust. False information may result in suspension or removal.

11. Cookies & Tracking

Vacancy.ng uses cookies to: Improve user experience, Analyze platform usage, Enable functionality. Users may control cookies through their browser settings.

12. Third-Party Links

Vacancy.ng may contain links to external job sites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.

13. International Data Transfers

Where data is processed outside Nigeria (e.g., cloud services), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with NDPR.

14. Children's Privacy

Vacancy.ng is intended for users aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without consent.

15. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified where necessary.

16. Contact & Data Protection Officer

For inquiries or data-related requests: