Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 13, 2025

Introduction

SA Government Jobs (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

This Privacy Policy complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA) and other applicable South African laws.

By using SA Government Jobs, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
Account Information: Username, password (encrypted), job preferences
Communication Data: Messages sent through contact forms, feedback, or inquiries
Subscription Data: Email address for job alerts and newsletters
Optional Information: CV/resume details, work history, qualifications (if you use premium features)

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity:

Device Information: IP address, browser type and version, operating system, device type
Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring/exit pages
Location Data: General geographic location (city/province level) based on IP address
Cookies and Tracking Data: Information collected through cookies and similar technologies (see Cookies section below)

Information from Third-Party Sources

We may receive information about you from:

Publicly Available Sources: Government department websites where job advertisements are published
Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and similar services that provide aggregated usage statistics
Advertising Networks: Google AdSense and other advertising partners (see Advertising section below)

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

Providing access to government job listings and updates
Sending job alerts and notifications based on your preferences
Responding to inquiries and providing customer support
Managing your account and preferences

Website Operations

Operating, maintaining, and improving our website
Analyzing usage patterns and trends
Troubleshooting technical issues
Ensuring website security and preventing fraud

Communication

Sending newsletters and updates about new features (with your consent)
Responding to your questions and requests
Providing information about our services

Advertising

Displaying relevant advertisements through Google AdSense and other networks
Personalizing ad content based on your interests (with your consent)
Measuring advertising effectiveness

Legal Compliance

Complying with legal obligations under South African law
Enforcing our Terms and Conditions
Protecting our rights and the rights of our users

Analytics and Research

Understanding how users interact with our website
Improving content and user experience
Developing new features and services

Legal Basis for Processing (POPIA Compliance)

We process your personal information based on:

Consent: Where you have given explicit consent for specific purposes (e.g., receiving newsletters)
Contractual Necessity: To provide services you have requested
Legitimate Interests: To operate our website, improve services, and ensure security
Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before withdrawal.

Third-Party Advertising

We use Google AdSense and other third-party advertising networks to display advertisements on our website. These services use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your interests and previous visits to our website and other sites.

How Advertising Works

Google AdSense: Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet.
Personalized Advertising: You may see personalized ads based on your browsing history, interests, and demographics. This is done through cookies and similar tracking technologies.
DoubleClick Cookie: Google uses the DoubleClick cookie to enable it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the Internet.

Your Advertising Choices

You can control and opt out of personalized advertising:

Google Ad Settings: Visit www.google.com/settings/ads to opt out of personalized advertising by Google
Network Advertising Initiative: Visit www.networkadvertising.org/choices to opt out of participating advertising networks
Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit www.youradchoices.com for additional opt-out options
Browser Settings: Adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies (note: this may affect website functionality)

Opting out of personalized ads does not mean you will see fewer ads; you will still see the same number of advertisements, but they may be less relevant to your interests.

Third-Party Ad Vendors

In addition to Google AdSense, we may work with other third-party advertising vendors who use cookies and similar technologies. These vendors include but are not limited to:

Media.net
PropellerAds
Other advertising networks

Each vendor has its own privacy policy and opt-out mechanisms. We encourage you to review their policies.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality, including security and access to features.

Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website through services like Google Analytics. These cookies collect anonymous information about pages visited, time spent, and user interactions.

Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense and other advertising networks to display relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness.

Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences such as language, location, and job search filters.

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.

Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services like Google Analytics, Google AdSense, and social media platforms may place cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies. Please review the privacy policies of these third parties.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies
Cookie Consent Tool: Use our cookie preference center (if available) to manage your choices
Opt-Out Links: Use the advertising opt-out links provided in the Advertising section above

Blocking essential cookies may prevent certain website features from working properly.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information. We have implemented the following:

IP anonymization to protect user privacy
Demographics and interests reporting (aggregated data only)
User-ID tracking (only for logged-in users who consent)

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, including:

Web hosting providers
Email service providers
Analytics services (Google Analytics)
Advertising networks (Google AdSense)
Security and anti-fraud services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for specified purposes.

Government Departments

We do NOT automatically share your personal information with government departments. When you apply for a government position, you do so directly through the department’s official channels, which are separate from our website.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to:

Court orders or legal processes
Government or regulatory requests
Protection of our legal rights and property
Prevention of fraud or security threats
Protection of user safety and public interest

Business Transfers

If SA Government Jobs is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

Aggregated Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated data that does not identify you personally for research, marketing, or analytical purposes.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

Encryption: Sensitive data is encrypted in transit using SSL/TLS technology
Access Controls: Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Secure Servers: Data stored on secure servers with firewalls and intrusion detection
Regular Backups: Secure backup procedures to prevent data loss
Security Monitoring: Ongoing monitoring for vulnerabilities and threats
Employee Training: Staff trained on data protection and security practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

Retention Periods:

Account information: Until you request deletion or close your account
Email subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
Analytics data: Typically 26 months (Google Analytics default)
Communication records: Up to 7 years for legal compliance
Security logs: Typically 12-24 months

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights Under POPIA

Under South African law, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

Request confirmation of what personal information we hold about you and obtain a copy.

Right to Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements).

Right to Objection

Object to processing of your information for specific purposes, including direct marketing.

Right to Restriction

Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.

Right to Data Portability

Request your information in a structured, commonly used format.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for processing at any time (where consent is the legal basis).

Right to Lodge a Complaint

Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator if you believe we have violated POPIA.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

Contact us through our official contact page or email
Provide sufficient information to verify your identity
Specify which right you wish to exercise and relevant details

We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe as required by POPIA (typically within 30 days).

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to delete such information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information is primarily stored and processed in South Africa. If we transfer information outside South Africa, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place as required by POPIA.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

Official government department websites
Social media platforms
Partner sites and resources

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

Email Communications

Newsletters and Job Alerts

If you subscribe to our newsletters or job alerts, we will send you regular emails. Each email includes an unsubscribe link. You can also manage your preferences through your account settings.

Transactional Emails

We may send non-promotional emails related to your account, security notices, or service updates. You cannot opt out of essential transactional emails.

Email Privacy

We do not sell or share your email address with third parties for their marketing purposes. We use reputable email service providers who comply with data protection standards.

We may maintain social media profiles on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. When you interact with us on social media, the platform’s privacy policy applies to information collected through that platform.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

Changes in our practices
Legal or regulatory requirements
New features or services
User feedback

The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates the most recent revision. Material changes will be prominently posted on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly.

Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

Information Officer

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, contact our Information Officer:

SA Government Jobs
Email: [Your email address]
Contact Form: [Link to contact page]

Information Regulator

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, you may contact:

The Information Regulator (South Africa)

Physical Address: JD House, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2001
Postal Address: P.O Box 31533, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017
Website: www.justice.gov.za/inforeg
Email: inforeg@justice.gov.za
Phone: 010 023 5200

By using SA Government Jobs, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our website.

Important Notes:

Customize bracketed sections with your actual contact information and specific details about your website operations.
Cookie Consent Banner: Implement a cookie consent banner on your website that allows users to accept or reject non-essential cookies before they are placed. This is becoming standard practice for POPIA compliance.
Regular Reviews: Review and update this policy at least annually or whenever you make significant changes to your data practices.
Legal Review: Have this policy reviewed by a South African attorney specializing in data protection and digital media law to ensure full compliance with POPIA and AdSense requirements.
AdSense Compliance: This policy includes all required disclosures for Google AdSense, including information about third-party advertising, cookies, and user opt-out options.
Documentation: Keep records of when users consent to this policy and any updates you make to it.