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The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has warned members of the public against a viral job vacancy advertisement claiming that the agency has advertised 171 permanent and pensionable positions.
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has warned members of the public against a viral job vacancy advertisement claiming that the agency has advertised 171 permanent and pensionable positions.
In a statement on Monday, September 14, the agency said the announcement circulating on social media was inaccurate and misleading, urging jobseekers to disregard the information.
KFS explained that the confusion may have arisen from an internal advertisement that was intended for existing employees seeking promotion.
"This misinformation probably stems from an internal advertisement meant for existing staff promotions only.
"This is therefore to inform members of the public that the Service has not advertised any employment opportunities at the moment," the statement read.
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KFS advised jobseekers to rely only on official communication when seeking information about KFS recruitment opportunities.
"If and when positions become available, the Service will duly inform the public through advertisement in the national media and on its official website www.kenyaforestservice.org. Members of the public are therefore urged to disregard the information circulating online," the statement added.
Meanwhile, the National Employment Authority (NEA) has urged jobseekers to exercise caution when dealing with companies purporting to be recruitment agencies.
In an update on Monday, September 15, the authority warned Kenyans to verify both recruitment firms and advertised job opportunities before committing their money.
"The National Employment Authority (NEA) continues to advocate for safe, orderly and fair labour mobility and urges job seekers to exercise caution when dealing with companies purporting to be recruitment agencies, such as Nduanny Global Consultancy," the update read.
NEA advised members of the public to take specific precautions before engaging with or committing funds to any recruitment company.
The first step is to establish whether the recruitment agency is officially recognised by the government.
Jobseekers should confirm that the company facilitating their recruitment is registered with NEA and appears on the National Employment Authority Integrated Management System (NEAIMS) portal.
They should also check that the agency's registration and operating licence remain valid before proceeding with any recruitment process or making payments.
The second precaution involves verifying the job itself.
NEA advised jobseekers to ensure that the advertised position has been officially posted and can be independently verified through the NEAIMS portal.
The authority cautioned members of the public against individuals or companies presenting overseas employment opportunities that cannot be independently verified.
