KFS warns Kenyans of fraudsters scamming job seekers for money
KFS stressed that all recruitment processes and staff promotions are conducted transparently through official channels and do not require any payment.
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has raised the alarm over fraudsters tricking job seekers and employees with false employment offers and promotions.
According to KFS, the scammers have been calling unsuspecting individuals, claiming they have been shortlisted for jobs and demanding money to secure the positions.
Even KFS staff have not been spared, with some receiving calls promising promotions in exchange for cash.
"We warn all members of the public and staff to beware of these conmen and to report any such phone calls to the nearest police station or KFS office for further investigation," the agency stated on Saturday.
KFS stressed that all recruitment processes and staff promotions are conducted transparently through official channels and do not require any payment.
In a similar alert, the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has disowned a job advertisement circulating online, warning that it is fake.
Taking to social media, KURA urged the public to verify all job-related information through its official website, social media or email.
"Our attention has been drawn to a fraudulent job advertisement circulating in certain media outlets. We wish to clarify that this advert is fake and does not originate from us," KURA said in a statement.
"We strongly advise the public to disregard the misleading information and always verify official communications through our official website, social media platforms, or email."
The fraudulent notice listed job openings in 22 departments, including 42 public relations officer positions and 62 slots for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) coordinators. However, the contact email provided was not affiliated with KURA, raising further red flags.
These warnings come amid an increase in fraudulent employment schemes targeting job seekers and employees, with government institutions urging the public to remain vigilant against scams designed to extort money.
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