Privacy policy
CAWA (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of candidates, clients, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in the context of our human resources, recruitment, staffing, and consulting activities, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Last update: 06/12/2025
1. Categories of Personal Data We Collect
In the context of our recruitment and HR services, CAWA may collect:
a) Candidate Data
- Full name
- Contact details (email address, phone number)
- Resume / CV, cover letters
- Education and professional background
- Skills, certifications, and work history
- References (where provided)
- Interview notes and assessment results
b) Client & Partner Data
- Names of contact persons
- Business email addresses and phone numbers
- Company and job titles
- Contractual and billing information
c) Technical & Usage Data
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Website usage data and analytics
2. How We Collect Personal Data
Data is collected through:
- Online application forms
- Resume uploads
- Direct communications (email, phone, messaging)
- Client and partner agreements
- Cookies and tracking technologies
- Website contact forms
3. Purposes of Processing
CAWA processes personal data for the following HR and recruitment purposes:
- Candidate sourcing and selection
- Evaluation of qualifications and suitability
- Interview organization and follow-up
- Client matching and placement services
- Contract and assignment management
- Payroll coordination where applicable
- Training and workforce development
- Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations
- Website management and performance analysis
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
CAWA does not sell personal data.
Personal information may be shared only with:
- Client companies involved in a recruitment process
- Payroll and HR service providers
- IT and hosting service providers
- Legal, tax, and compliance advisers
- Public authorities where legally required
All recipients are contractually bound to confidentiality and data protection obligations.
5. Data Retention
- Candidate data is retained only for as long as necessary for recruitment purposes and legal obligations.
- Client and contractual data is retained in accordance with accounting and legal retention requirements.
- Data may be anonymized or deleted after the applicable retention period.
6. Data Security
CAWA applies appropriate technical, organizational, and administrative security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
7. Automated Decision-Making
CAWA does not use fully automated decision-making processes that produce legal or similarly significant effects on individuals without human involvement.
8. Third-Party Platforms & Job Boards
CAWA may receive candidate information from third-party platforms (job boards, professional networks). Such data is processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy and the respective privacy policies of those platforms.
9. Changes to This Policy
CAWA may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Revisions will be posted on this page with a new update date.
10. Contact
For any privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, you may contact CAWA via the contact form on the website.