1. DEFINITIONS AND TERMS 

 

Website: DevelopmentPeople – https://www.developmentpeople.com 

 

Candidate: Any natural person accessing the Website to submit their personal and professional information for recruitment purposes. Candidates are individuals seeking employment or contractual opportunities facilitated by the Company through its recruitment process. The Company collects and processes this data to match Candidates with suitable job opportunities provided by its Clients. 

 

Company: DEVAID LIMITED, a company registered in Cyprus on 28/08/2014 as a Limited Company, with Registration Number HE335309, as recorded by the Cyprus Registrar of Companies. The Company acts as a data controller and recruitment services provider, ensuring lawful, fair, and transparent processing of personal data. 

 

Member: A natural person, legal entity, or any other organization that gains access to the Website Content via any communication means (electronic, telephone, etc.) or based on a usage agreement with the Company, requiring the creation and use of an Account. 

 

Account: A combination of an email address and password that allows a Member to access restricted areas of the Website, including areas related to recruitment services such as submitting applications, tracking progress, or managing service preferences. 

 

User: Any person who visits and/or interacts with the Website, whether they submit data or not. 

 

Client: A legal entity or organization that engages the Company to facilitate the recruitment or contracting of Candidates or other services in the Human Resources domain. Clients may include companies seeking to fill employment positions or enter into contractual arrangements with suitable Candidates. Access to recruitment services requires the creation of a Member Account. 

 

Service: Recruitment and consulting services provided via the Website, which may include: 

• Services for Clients: the Company offers recruitment services to Clients (companies or organizations) to assist in executive search, talent acquisition, project-based recruitment, candidate screening services,  HR consultancy, Payroll and EoR Services, Recruitment Software Solutions or other related services. These services are provided through electronic communication or other remote methods, such as phone consultations. 

• Services for Candidates: the Company collects and processes information submitted by Candidates to present them to Clients for potential employment or contractual opportunities. However, no obligation of result or diligence arises in favor of the Candidate unless the Candidate has explicitly paid for services aimed at securing their employment or contractual engagement.  

In the absence of such payment, the Company’s role in relation to Candidates is limited to facilitating the recruitment process without guaranteeing any specific outcome, such as employment or contractual placement. 

 

Content: All information available on the Website that can be accessed, viewed, or otherwise interacted with through digital means, including: 

• The content of any email sent to Users, Candidates, or Clients by the Company through electronic or other available communication methods. 

• Any information communicated via any means by an employee of the Company to a Client or Candidate using the contact details provided by them. 

• Information regarding the services and/or fees offered by the Company at any given time. 

• Information about services and/or fees offered by third parties in partnership with the Company. 

• Any data related to the Company, including privileged or confidential information. 

 

Order: An electronic document used as a communication form between the Company and the Client through which the Client expresses their intention, via the Website, to procure Services. 

 

Specifications: All features and/or descriptions of services as listed or described on the Website. 

 

Agreement: The placement of a valid Purchase Order by the Client and its acceptance by the Company, establishing the terms under which recruitment or consulting services will be provided. 

 

Newsletter/Alert: A periodic, exclusively electronic method of informing Users, Clients, and Candidates about the Company’s services, updates, and promotions without any binding obligation on the Company regarding the information contained therein. 

 

Transaction: Any payment or refund of an amount arising from the provision of a Service by the Company to the Client, facilitated through the payment processor agreed upon by the Company, regardless of the service delivery method. 

 

Document: The current Terms and Conditions. 

 

2. AGREEMENT 

 

2.1. By using our virtual platform, you must agree to these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully. Your acknowledgment of these Terms and Conditions precedes any action or event that may create obligations for the contracting parties. Accessing and using the Website is conditional upon your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. 

 

3. BINDING NATURE 

 

3.1. Using the Service implies the Member’s or Client’s adherence to these Terms and Conditions through your express acceptance of this Document. If any provision of this Document is found to be null or invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in force to the fullest extent possible. In cases where references are made to other websites, we do not guarantee or confirm in any way the type of information you will find on them. It is solely your discretion whether you visit these websites or consider the information found there. 

 

3.2. Access to the Service is exclusively provided through the publicly available sections of the Website www.developmentpeople.com. 

 

3.3. By using the Website, Content, or Service, the Member or Client is solely responsible for all activities resulting from its use. They are also liable for any material, intellectual, electronic, or other types of damages caused to the Website, Content, Service, the Company, or any third party with whom the Company has contractual agreements in accordance with applicable laws. 

 

3.4. If the User or Client disagrees, does not accept, or revokes their acceptance of this Document, they must cease using the Service and other services offered by the Company through the Website, including newsletters/alerts and communications (electronic, phone, etc.), without any subsequent guarantee from the Company or its Partners. 

 

3.5. The Company will delete all data referring to the User or Client from its database without any further obligation on either party and without the right of either party to claim damages from the other. 

 

3.6. The Client/Member may, at any time, reconsider their decision to agree to or accept the Document in the form available at that time. 

 

3.7. To exercise their right to disagree, not accept, or revoke their acceptance of the Document, the User or Client may contact the Company or use the links provided in communications from the Company for this purpose. 

 

3.8. The Client may not revoke their agreement to the Document during the term of an Agreement or until they have fully settled all outstanding amounts for services provided under any Agreement concluded with the Company. 

 

3.9. If the Client has settled all outstanding amounts under their Agreements and revokes their acceptance of the Document during the term of an Order, the Company will cancel the Order without any further obligation on either party and without the right of either party to claim damages from the other. 

 

3.10. This Website is intended for legal entities, organizations, and natural persons who are at least 18 years old, have completed the appropriate registration process, and have not been suspended or removed by the Company, regardless of the reason for suspension or removal. The ability to request services online is available only to entities and individuals residing in Cyprus or other applicable regions [to be adjusted as needed]. By becoming a Member, the individual or entity confirms they meet the above requirements. 

 

4. CONTENT 

 

4.1. The Content, as defined in the first Section, including but not limited to logos, stylized representations, trademarks, static images, dynamic images, text, and/or multimedia content displayed on the Website, is the exclusive property of the Company. All rights related to this Content are either directly or indirectly reserved (through usage and/or publication licenses). 

 

4.2. Members, Clients, or Candidates are not permitted to copy, distribute, publish, transfer to third parties, modify, or otherwise alter the Content; use, link to, display, or include any Content in any context other than its original intent by the Company; remove copyright indications from the Content; or participate in the transfer, sale, or distribution of materials created by reproducing or modifying the Content without the explicit consent of the Company. 

 

4.3. Any Content to which Members, Clients, or Candidates have or obtain access through any means is subject to these Terms and Conditions unless accompanied by a specific and valid usage agreement between the Company and the user. The Company provides no implicit or explicit guarantees regarding such Content. 

 

4.4. Members, Clients, or Candidates may copy, transfer, and/or use Content only for personal or non-commercial purposes, provided such actions do not conflict with the provisions of this Document. 

 

4.5. If the Company grants a Member, Client, or Candidate the right to use specific Content under a distinct usage agreement, that right extends solely to the Content defined in the agreement for the duration of its availability on the Website or the period specified in the agreement. This does not constitute a contractual commitment by the Company toward any Member, Client, or third party who accesses the Content. 

 

4.6. No Content transmitted to Members, Clients, or Candidates via any communication channel (electronic, telephone, etc.) or obtained by accessing, visiting, and/or viewing the Website constitutes a contractual obligation on the part of the Company or its employees unless explicitly specified. 

 

4.7. Any use of the Content for purposes other than those expressly permitted by this Document or a related usage agreement is prohibited. 

 

4.8. The Company reserves the right to modify or add new rules and restrictions regarding the Website Content at any time. 

 

4.9. For any concerns regarding copyright infringement, please contact us at contracts@developmentaid.org 

 

 

5. CONTACT 

 

5.1. The Company publishes complete and accurate identification and contact details on the Website for Members or Clients. 

 

5.2. By using the contact form or service available on the Website, Members or Clients authorize the Company to contact them through any available means, including electronic channels. 

 

5.3. Completing and submitting the contact form, either partially or fully, does not constitute a commitment by the Company to respond or establish further communication. 

 

5.4. Accessing the Website, using the information presented, visiting its pages, and sending emails or notifications to the Company are all conducted electronically, by phone, or via other available communication means. By doing so, Members or Clients consent to receiving notifications from the Company via electronic or telephonic communication, including email or Website announcements. 

 

5.5. The Company reserves the right not to respond to all requests, regardless of the nature, received through any communication channel (electronic, telephone, etc.). 

 

6. NEWSLETTERS AND ALERTS 

 

6.1. When a Member, Client, or Candidate creates an Account on the Website and accepts this Document, they have the option to consent or not to receive newsletters and/or alerts from the Company. Members, Clients, or Candidates who create an Account on the Website provide their real names and information, and we rely on your assistance to ensure these details remain accurate. 

 

6.2. The data collected from them for sending newsletters and/or alerts may be used by the Company and its Partners within the limits set by the Privacy Policy. 

 

6.3. Members, Clients, or Candidates can opt out of receiving newsletters and/or alerts at any time by: 

• Using the unsubscribe link included in any newsletters and/or alerts received. 

• Updating their preferences to decline newsletters and/or alerts through the restricted account areas. 

• Contacting the Company using the provided contact details, with no further obligation from either party or entitlement to claim damages. 

 

6.4. Opting out of receiving newsletters and/or alerts does not equate to withdrawing consent to this Document. 

6.5. The Company reserves the right to select the recipients of its newsletters and/or alerts and may remove any Member, Client, or Candidate from its database who previously consented to receive such communications. This may be done without any further obligation on the part of the Company and without prior notification. 

 

6.6. The Company will not include in its newsletters and/or alerts any advertising material referencing third parties that are not partners of the Company at the time of sending the newsletters and/or alerts. 

  

7. PRIVACY POLICY 

 

The Privacy Policy can be consulted [here] to understand how the Company collects, uses, and protects personal data, including information submitted by Candidates for recruitment purposes. 

 

8. COOKIE POLICY 

 

The Cookie Policy can be consulted [here] for details on how cookies and similar technologies are used on the Website. 

 

9. CHANGES TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

 

To ensure the best possible collaboration with you, these Terms and Conditions may be modified at any time without prior notice. Please revisit this page each time you use the Website to stay informed of any updates. 

 

10. ASSIGNMENT AND SUBCONTRACTING 

 

The Company may assign or subcontract third parties for services related to fulfilling its Agreements, with prior notice to the Member and/or Client but without requiring their consent. The Company remains fully responsible to the Client for all contractual obligations. 

 

11. ACCESS TO SERVICE 

 

11.1. Access to the Service is granted to any Member who creates an Account and accepts the provisions of this Document. 

 

11.2. The Company reserves the right to limit a Client’s access to the Service or delete their Account if their behavior is deemed harmful to the Company’s interests. 

 

11.3. Each Member is allowed to have only one Account. Sharing an Account among multiple Members or Clients is prohibited. 

 

11.4. If such activities are detected, the Company reserves the right to cancel or suspend the Client’s access to the Content or Service. 

 

12. SERVICES AND PAYMENT METHODS 

 

12.1. The Company may publish on the Website information about services, offers, or promotions either provided by the Company or by third-party partners, subject to availability. 

 

12.2. Services purchased through the Website are intended exclusively for the Client’s personal or internal business use. 

 

12.3. The Company may limit the availability of certain services to one or more Clients. 

 

12.4. All prices displayed on the Website for services are in euros (EUR) or United States dollars (USD) and exclude VAT. 

 

12.5. Prices displayed with a strike-through indicate the non-discounted price during a promotional period. 

 

12.6. Invoicing for purchased services is conducted exclusively in EUR, USD, or GBP. If payment is made via credit card, the transaction is confirmed upon issuing an invoice to the Client. Until then, the order value is only reserved on the Client's account and not transferred to the Company. 

 

12.7. For online payments, the Company is not liable for any additional costs incurred by the Client, including currency conversion fees applied by the Client’s bank. Responsibility for such costs lies solely with the Client. 

 

12.8. Descriptions of services available on the Website (including multimedia presentations) are for informational purposes only and do not constitute contractual obligations. 

 

12.9. In service descriptions, the Company reserves the right to reference additional items (e.g., accessories) that may not be included in the base price. 

 

12.10. The following payment methods are accepted on the Website: 

• Online payment via bank card/credit card. 

• Bank transfer to the IBAN account: [CY35002001950000357029079426], held at [Bank of Cyprus], in the name of DEVAID LIMITED. Services will only be provided after payment is reflected in the Company's account. 

  

13. ONLINE ORDERS 

 

13.1. Clients may place Orders for recruitment services listed on the Website or via e-mail or telephone.  

 

13.2. By completing an Order, the Client confirms that all information provided for the purchasing process is accurate, complete, and true at the time of submission. 

 

13.3. By completing an Order, the Client agrees that the Company may contact them through any means available or deemed necessary by the Company or its Partners to finalize the Order or address any related matters. 

 

13.4. The Company reserves the right to unilaterally cancel an Order without further obligations between the parties or liability for damages in the following cases: 

• The Client’s card issuer does not authorize the transaction for online payments. 

• The transaction is invalidated by the payment processor approved by the Company. 

• The Client provides incomplete or incorrect information on the Website. 

• The Client’s activity on the Website may cause damage to the Company. 

• More than two consecutive delivery attempts fail. 

• A transaction is deemed suspicious or flagged by an authority, financial institution, or authorized entity. 

• Other objective reasons determined by the Company. 

 

14. AGREEMENT AND COMPLETION 

 

14.1. The Company will include all necessary documentation, depending on the nature of the service, in its communications with the Client. These documents serve to confirm the provision of services purchased by the Client. 

 

14.2. The Company will ensure that the Client is kept informed about the progress and status of their Order. 

 

14.3. In the context of recruitment services, the Agreement and any documentation confirming the successful completion of the agreed-upon recruitment process—such as presenting suitable Candidates or fulfilling consulting services—constitute a Completed Agreement from the Company’s perspective. 

 

14.4. The Company’s obligations under each Agreement depend on the specific terms and nature of the contractual arrangement. These obligations may be limited to exercising due diligence (e.g., presenting qualified Candidates based on the Client’s requirements) or may extend to achieving a particular result (e.g., successful placement of a Candidate), as explicitly agreed in each case. Any such specific obligations will be defined in the corresponding Agreement. 

 

15. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 

 

15.1. The Company cannot be held liable in any way to any Member or Client using the Website or its Content, except within the scope of the provisions outlined in these Terms and Conditions. 

 

15.2. If a Member or Client believes that any Content provided by the Company through any means violates copyright or other rights, they may contact the Company for further clarification using the provided contact details. This enables the Company to make an informed decision. 

 

15.3. The Company does not guarantee access to the Website or Services for Members or Clients unless they have completed the registration process as outlined on the Website. Furthermore, Members or Clients are not authorized to download, modify, reproduce, copy, or exploit any Content in any manner, nor transfer any Content obtained under a usage agreement to third parties without the Company's prior written consent. 

 

15.4. The Company is not responsible for the content, quality, or nature of other websites that can be accessed through links on the Website, regardless of the type of link. Responsibility for such websites rests entirely with their respective owners. 

 

15.5. The Company is not liable for any damages resulting from the use of the Website or Content provided to Members or Clients via any communication channel (electronic, telephone, etc.), whether through the Website, email, or Company employees. This applies even if such use causes harm to the Member, Client, or any third party involved in the transfer of Content. 

 

15.6. The Company makes no direct or indirect guarantees that: 

• The Service will meet the Client’s specific requirements. 

• The Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. 

• The products/services obtained, either free or for a fee, through the Service will meet the Client’s expectations. 

 

15.7. Within the scope of these Terms and Conditions, the operators, administrators, and/or owners of the Website are not responsible for any relationships or consequences resulting from, but not limited to, purchases, special offers, promotions, collaborations, or any other type of interaction or transaction between a Member or Client and any third party advertising directly or indirectly through the Website. 

 

16. FORCE MAJEURE AND UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES 

 

16.1. Except as otherwise expressly provided, neither party to an ongoing Agreement shall be held liable for the failure to perform, in whole or in part, any of their contractual obligations if such failure is caused by a force majeure event. 

 

16.2. The party or legal representative invoking the force majeure event must immediately and fully inform the other party of its occurrence and take all reasonable measures to mitigate its consequences. 

 

16.3. The party or legal representative invoking the force majeure event is exempt from this obligation only if the event prevents them from fulfilling this requirement. 

 

16.4. If the event persists for more than 48 hours from its occurrence, either party may notify the other of the automatic termination of the Agreement without any party being entitled to claim damages. 

 

16.5. The party invoking the force majeure event must provide proof of the inability to fulfill their obligations within 48 hours from the event's occurrence, but only if the event prevents them from completing their obligations. 

 

17. DISPUTES 

 

17.1. By using, visiting, or viewing the Website and/or any Content sent by the Company to the Member or Client through any means (electronic, telephone, etc.), the Member or Client agrees to abide by these Terms and Conditions. 

 

17.2. Any dispute arising from or in connection with this Document between the Member/Client and the Company shall first be resolved amicably. If an amicable resolution is not possible, the dispute will be resolved by the competent court in accordance with the applicable laws of Cyprus.  

 

17.3. If any clause of this Document is found to be null or invalid for any reason, this shall not affect the validity of the remaining clauses. 

 

17.4. This Document has been drafted and shall be interpreted in accordance with the applicable laws in effect at the time of drafting. 

 

18. FINAL PROVISIONS 

 

18.1. The Company and its Partners reserve the right to modify these provisions, as well as any changes to the Website’s structure, Service, or Content, without prior notice to the Member or Client. 

 

18.2. Within the limits of this Document, the Company shall not be held liable for any errors on the Website arising from any cause, including modifications, settings, or other changes not made by the Website administrator. 

 

18.3. The Company reserves the right to display advertisements of any kind and/or links on any page of the Website in compliance with applicable laws. 

 

19. FEEDBACK 

 

19.1. For any questions or suggestions regarding the Company, please contact us by email at contracts@developmentaid.org.  

 

19.2. Any comments, questions, feedback, ideas, suggestions, or other communications or information about or related to the Website, its functionality, or potential improvements will remain the property of the Company. Ownership of any intellectual property contained in actionable feedback, including ideas for improvement, will be determined based on separate written agreements. 

 

19.3. If an issue related to an Order, payment, or any other matter closely tied to the Website cannot be resolved via email or phone with the account manager, please contact Luc Vocks at contracts@developmentaid.org