This Privacy Policy explains how Joanne Barrett Consulting (“I”, “me”, “my”) collects, uses and protects your personal information when you use this website or engage my recruitment services. I take your privacy seriously and handle your information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).
Who I am
Joanne Barrett Consulting is an independent specialist recruitment practice for PR, Marketing and Communications roles, based in South Africa. You can reach me at joanne@jb-consulting.co.za or +27 82 469 6455.
Information I collect
- Contact details such as your name, email address and phone number.
- Career information such as your CV, portfolio, work history and the details you share about the roles you are looking for or hiring for.
- Messages you send me through the website forms, email or WhatsApp.
- Website usage data collected through analytics, such as pages visited and general location, used only to understand how the site is used.
How I use your information
- To match candidates with suitable roles and employers with suitable candidates.
- To contact you about your application, enquiry or a potential role.
- To provide and improve my recruitment services.
- To keep exceptional candidates in mind for future roles, where you have asked me to.
The lawful basis for using your information
I process your information on the basis of your consent, for example when you send me your CV, and my legitimate interest in providing recruitment services. You can withdraw your consent at any time by contacting me.
Who I share it with
I only share your CV and details with a prospective employer once you have agreed to it. I never sell your information. I may use trusted service providers, such as email and website hosting, who process information on my behalf under appropriate safeguards.
How long I keep it
I keep your information only for as long as it is needed for recruitment purposes, or until you ask me to delete it. You are welcome to ask me to remove your details at any time.
How I protect your information
Your CV and documents are stored securely and are only accessible to me. I take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against loss, misuse and unauthorised access.
Your rights
Under POPIA you have the right to access the personal information I hold about you, to ask me to correct or delete it, and to object to its processing. To exercise any of these rights, contact me at joanne@jb-consulting.co.za. If you believe I have not handled your information properly, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
Cookies and analytics
This website uses analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site. These tools may set cookies in your browser. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Changes to this policy
I may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.
Contact
For any questions about this policy or your personal information, contact me at joanne@jb-consulting.co.za or +27 82 469 6455.