Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2025 Website: www.prorecruitconsultants.co.zw
1. Introduction
ProRecruit Consultants is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Cyber and Data Protection Act [Chapter 12:07] of Zimbabwe. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you use our services.
2. Definitions
Personal Data: Information that identifies or can identify an individual.
Data Subject: The individual whose personal data is being processed.
Data Controller: The entity that determines the purpose and means of processing personal data.
Processing: Any operation performed on personal data, including collection, storage, use, and deletion.
Service: The recruitment and labor brokering services offered via our website and platform.
Device: Any tool used to access our services, such as a phone, tablet, or computer.
3. Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data:
Full name, ID number, Email address, Phone number, Next of Kin
Gender, Race, Criminal Record, Marital Status
Residential and postal address
Educational Qualifications and Employment history
CVs, Suitability Assessments, Social Media Profiles and Background Checks
IP address, browser type, and usage data
Application and preference history
4. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and process personal data for the following lawful purposes:
Delivering recruitment and placement services
Creating and managing user profiles
Facilitating employment contracts and onboarding
Communicating service updates and job opportunities
Delivering Interview Coaching Services
Delivering soft skills training related to securing employment
Conducting internal analytics and service improvement
Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
Consent provided by the data subject
Contractual necessity for service delivery
Legal obligations under Zimbabwean law
Legitimate interests that do not override data subject rights
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share personal data with:
Employers and recruiters for placement purposes
Service providers who support our operations (e.g., IT, Website Hosting)
Regulatory authorities when required by law
Only with your consent, for additional purposes
We do not sell personal data. All third parties are required to comply with data protection standards.
7. Cross-Border Data Transfers
If personal data is transferred outside Zimbabwe, we ensure:
Equivalent data protection standards in the destination country
Binding agreements and technical safeguards
Transparency and the ability to withdraw consent
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary:
Candidate profiles and CVs: up to 5 years unless deletion is requested
Usage data: retained for analytics and security, up to 12 months
Legal retention periods are observed where applicable
9. Your Rights Under the CDPA
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct or delete inaccurate data
Object to or restrict processing
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Authority (POTRAZ)
10. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:
Secure servers and encrypted databases
Access controls and staff confidentiality agreements
Regular audits and breach response protocols
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted unless verified parental consent is obtained.
12. External Links
Our website currently does not contain links to third-party sites. In the event it eventually does please assess the privacy practices of these websites and we encourage users to review their policies.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Significant changes will be communicated via email or platform notifications.
14. Contact Us
To exercise your rights or ask questions about this policy, contact our Data Protection Officer:
Sithabile Zinyengere
Email: star@prorecruitconsultants.co.zw
Phone: 0778257034