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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 30.04.225

Powercoders is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data on the Powercoders Talent Pool Platform (the “Platform”), which showcases the skills and CVs of program participants. Access to the Platform is strictly limited to authorized users.

The Career Day is the day when you and other interested companies meet our candidates for speed interviews (6-10 minutes per candidate) and then invite your top favorites for a 2nd interview the following week. Afterwards you decide if and to whom you would like to offer an internship. The Career Day is an efficient way for companies to get a personal impression of the candidates and to make a first assessment.

  1. 1. Who We Are

    Powercoders is a non-profit organization based in Switzerland, dedicated to the professional integration of people with a refugee or migrant background through technology training. For privacy-related inquiries, you can contact us at:
    📧 info@powercoders.org
    📍 Powercoders, Effingerstrasse 25, 3008 Bern, Switzerland

  2. 2. What Personal Data We Collect

    On the Platform, we collect and process the following data:

    • From Participants:

      • Full name, contact information, location
      • Educational background, work experience
      • Skills, certifications, and personal statements
      • CVs and portfolio links

    • From Employers/Authorized Users:

      • Name and contact information
      • Organization and role
      • Access logs (login or magic link usage)
  3. 3. How We Collect Data
    • Participants provide their data voluntarily through the application process and CV submission.
    • Authorized Users receive login credentials or a magic link from the Powercoders team after vetting.
    • Access logs are generated automatically for security purposes.
  4. 4. Purpose of Data Processing

    We collect and process personal data for the following purposes:

    • To present candidate profiles to potential employers
    • To facilitate connections between participants and hiring partners
    • To monitor Platform use for security and improvement
    • To ensure compliance with our internal access policies
  5. 5. Legal Basis for Processing

    Our legal basis for processing personal data includes:

    • Consent: Provided by participants for inclusion in the Platform
    • Legitimate Interest: To connect candidates with job opportunities and ensure secure access
    • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable Swiss and EU data protection laws
  6. 6. Data Sharing

    We do not sell or rent any personal data. Access to participant data is restricted to:

    • Employers and hiring partners with authorized access
    • Internal Powercoders team members managing the Platform

      • All users are bound by strict confidentiality obligations.

  7. 7. Data Retention
    • Participant data is stored only as long as needed for employment-related purposes or until consent is withdrawn
    • Access logs are retained securely for up to 12 months for security and auditing purposes.
  8. 8. Your Rights

    In accordance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

    • Access your personal data
    • Request corrections or deletion
    • Withdraw consent at any time
    • Restrict or object to certain processing
    • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

    To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@powercoders.org.

  9. 9. Data Security

    We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

    • Encrypted access via login or magic link
    • Limited access to authorized users only
    • Regular monitoring and security updates
  10. 10. Third-Party Services

    We may use secure third-party tools (e.g., hosting providers or email services) that comply with GDPR and Swiss law. Data processing agreements are in place with all such providers.

  11. 11 .Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated via email or Platform notification.

  12. 12. Contact

    If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact: