Terms and Conditions & Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Siaya National Polytechnic Job Portal. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of this portal. By registering an account, submitting an application, or otherwise using this system, you agree to be bound by these terms.

2. Data Protection and Privacy (Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019)

Siaya National Polytechnic is committed to safeguarding your privacy. In compliance with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, we have implemented measures to ensure the lawful, fair, and transparent processing of your personal data.

2.1 Collection of Personal Data

When you register and apply for vacancies, we collect personal data including, but not limited to:

• Full names, contact details (email address, phone number), and identification numbers (e.g., National ID).
• Educational background, professional qualifications, and employment history.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) and copies of academic or professional certificates.

2.2 Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process your data strictly for the following purposes:

• To assess your suitability, qualifications, and experience for the vacancies you apply for.
• To communicate with you regarding your application status, interviews, and potential employment offers.
• To comply with statutory and regulatory obligations.

Your data will not be used for marketing purposes or sold to third parties under any circumstances.

2.3 Data Retention

Personal data collected through this portal will be securely retained only for as long as is necessary to complete the recruitment process, or as required by Kenyan law and Polytechnic policies. Unsuccessful applications and associated data will be disposed of securely in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

2.4 Your Rights as a Data Subject

Under the Kenya Data Protection Act, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data held by us.
• Correct any false or misleading personal data.
• Delete your personal data (Right to be Forgotten) where it is no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected, subject to legal retention requirements.
• Object to or restrict the processing of your data under certain circumstances.

3. User Responsibilities

By using this portal, you agree that:

• All information and documents you provide are truthful, accurate, and up-to-date. Providing false information or forged documents may lead to immediate disqualification and potential legal action.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. Siaya National Polytechnic will not be held liable for any unauthorized access to your account resulting from your negligence.

4. Intellectual Property

All content, designs, logos, and structure of this Job Portal are the intellectual property of Siaya National Polytechnic and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce or distribute any part of this system without explicit written consent.

5. Limitation of Liability

While we strive to ensure that the portal is operational and secure, Siaya National Polytechnic does not guarantee uninterrupted access. We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the portal, data breaches beyond our control, or reliance on information provided herein.

6. Modifications to the Terms

Siaya National Polytechnic reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be updated on this page. Your continued use of the portal after modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.