Data Protection Act of Jamaica (the Act) is undergoing its two-year transition period. Employers tend to collect and process personal data of employees in the form of resumes, references, payroll, medical information and performance reviews. It is crucial that where personal data are retained there is a legal basis for doing so, such as the employee’s consent or a legal obligation of the employer. At the recruitment stage, an employer may collect potential employees’ personal data, from multiple sources such as resumes, social media platforms and references from former employers.
Source: https://www.jamaicaobserver.com/business/employing-data-protection/