Data Protection and Privacy Policy for Job Applicants
1. Introduction

By submitting your application and personal data to the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research (NISER), you acknowledge and agree to the terms set out in this policy. NISER is committed to safeguarding your privacy in compliance with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA) 2023 and other applicable laws. We process your personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently.

2. Data Collection and Purpose

NISER collects and processes your personal information solely for recruitment and selection purposes. This may include:

Personal details: Full name, contact information (phone number, email, residential address), and date of birth.

Application information: CV/Resume, cover letter, and any supporting documents you provide.

Professional background: Employment history, academic qualifications, professional certifications, and references.

Sensitive data: Where necessary and legally permitted, NISER may collect sensitive personal information such as biometric identifiers (e.g., fingerprints for security verification) or health information for specific roles. Such data will only be collected with your explicit consent and for a clearly defined purpose.

Your personal data will be processed to:

Assess your suitability for the role applied for.

Communicate with you regarding your application status.

Verify the accuracy of information provided, including background checks.

Fulfill NISER’s legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Lawful Basis for Processing

The lawful bases for processing your personal data include:

Consent: Your explicit consent provided during the application process.

Pre-contractual steps: Processing necessary to consider your job application.

Legal obligations: Compliance with applicable employment and statutory requirements.

Legitimate interests: Ensuring effective recruitment and organizational efficiency.

4. Data Sharing and Security

Your personal data will be accessed only by authorized NISER staff directly involved in the recruitment process. Where necessary, NISER may engage third-party service providers (e.g., background check agencies or psychometric testing providers). Such third parties are bound by strict data protection agreements to ensure compliance with the NDPA 2023.

NISER has implemented appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or destruction.

5. Your Rights as a Data Subject

In line with the NDPA 2023, you are entitled to the following rights:

Right to be informed: To know how and why your data is being processed.

Right of access: To request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Right to rectification: To request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

Right to object: To object to the processing of your personal data, particularly if unrelated to recruitment.

Right to withdraw consent: To withdraw your consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful processing).

Right to lodge a complaint: To file a complaint with the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) if you believe your rights have been violated.

6. Data Retention

NISER will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to achieve the purposes stated above. Where your application is unsuccessful, we may retain your information for up to 12 months for consideration in future recruitment opportunities, unless you specifically request deletion of your data.

7. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data protection rights, please contact Technical Department:

Name: ADEYEMI, Oluseun O,
Acting Head & Deputy Director
ICT Division
Email: oo.adeyemi@niser.gov.ng