Official Platform Rules of Use

This digital platform operates as an official government service under Law No. 2019/021 of 24 December 2019 on the Digital Economy. It provides authenticated access to employment services, vocational training programs, and job application systems throughout Cameroon. The platform is established pursuant to Decree No. 2018/696 on the Organization of the Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training, which mandates MINEFOP to develop digital employment solutions for citizens.

By creating an account, you enter into a binding agreement with the Government of Cameroon. You warrant that:

• You are at least 18 years old or have parental consent as required by Law No. 2010/012 on data protection
• All provided information is accurate under penalty of Law No. 2017/010 (Penal Code) Article 307 on false declarations
• You claim only your authentic identity as established by Law No. 2011/011 on electronic identification

You further agree to comply with all Cameroonian laws including Law No. 2010/021 on cybersecurity and Law No. 92/007 (Labor Code) regarding professional conduct.

Authentication systems comply with National Cybersecurity Agency (ANTIC) Technical Directive 004. You must:

• Create a strong passphrase meeting MINEFOP security standards
• Enable multi-factor authentication for sensitive transactions
• Immediately report suspicious activity to CERT-CM (Computer Emergency Response Team)

Unauthorized access attempts violate Law No. 2010/021 Article 74 and may result in criminal prosecution under Law No. 2017/010 (Penal Code).

For services requiring verified identity, you must provide authentic documentation including:

• Valid National Identity Card under Law No. 2010/021 on ID security
• Civil status documents per Decree No. 2008/255
• Proof of residence and professional qualifications

MINEFOP uses authorized third-party services to validate documents against government databases including the National Civil Status Registry. Biometric verification complies with Decree No. 2012/090 on biometric identification systems.

Personal data processing follows Law No. 2010/012 of 21 December 2010 on personal data protection and implementing Decree No. 2013/0393/PM. We collect only data necessary for:

• Service delivery under MINEFOP's statutory mandate
• Identity verification where legally required
• Statistical reporting to improve national employment services

Data may be shared with authorized entities including employment centers, training institutions, and social security agencies as permitted by Law No. 98/004 on social insurance and Law No. 2018/011 on vocational training systems. You have rights to access and correct data under Section 10 of Law No. 2010/012.

You must maintain respectful conduct and professional integrity. Prohibited activities include:

• Identity misrepresentation under Law No. 2011/011 Article 28
• Posting discriminatory content violating Law No. 2019/020 on discrimination
• Unauthorized commercial use contrary to platform objectives
• Intellectual property violations per Law No. 2000/011 on copyright

All content must comply with Law No. 2010/021 on cybercrime regarding illegal material and Law No. 2010/002 on consumer protection regarding truthful representations.

MINEFOP maintains 99% service availability as required by ANTIC Directive on critical information infrastructure. Scheduled maintenance follows Circular No. 002/MINEFOP/DIG with 24-hour advance notice. Support services operate through regional employment offices and digital channels.

You may close accounts via platform controls. MINEFOP may suspend accounts for violations under Law No. 2010/021 Article 88. Data retention follows Decree No. 2012/520 on public archives management:

• Active accounts: 5 years from last login
• Job applications: 10 years for statistical purposes
• Identity documents: 3 years after account closure

This service operates under Cameroonian legislation including but not limited to:

Regulatory implementation follows relevant decrees including Decree No. 2013/0393/PM (Data Protection), Decree No. 2020/3665/PM (e-Government Services), and ANTIC technical directives.

Disputes arising from platform use shall be resolved through:

1. 1
   Initial mediation through MINEFOP's Legal Affairs Directorate
2. 2
   Binding arbitration per Law No. 2006/015 and OHADA Uniform Act
3. 3
   Jurisdiction of competent courts under Code of Civil Procedure

Claims must be filed within 12 months as stipulated by Law No. 2019/019 on digital transaction disputes.

MINEFOP may update these Rules to reflect legislative changes including amendments to data protection or cybersecurity laws. Continued use constitutes acceptance of modifications. Users will be notified of material changes 30 days before implementation through platform notifications as required by Circular No. 003/MINJUSTICE on legal updates.