KFS, KURA Warn Kenyans Seeking Jobs Of Scammers
KFS revealed that these fraudsters contact unsuspecting individuals, falsely claiming they have been shortlisted for positions at the Service
Viral Tea Ke Writer 
The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has warned Kenyans about scammers demanding bribes in exchange for job offers and promotions.
KFS revealed that these fraudsters contact unsuspecting individuals, falsely claiming they have been shortlisted for Service positions and then requesting payment to finalize the hiring process.
Even more boldly, the scammers have also targeted current KFS employees, offering promotions in return for money.
"Kenya Forest Service wishes to warn the public of fraudsters who are calling individuals claiming to have shortlisted them for job vacancies in the Service. These conmen then go ahead to demand money to secure the jobs. In addition, KFS staff have not been spared either, with calls made to them promising promotions in exchange for a certain amount of money," part of the statement read.
"Kenya Forest Service warns 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. All interviews for successful candidates or promotions in the case of staff are announced through official channels, and there is no money required for these processes."
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has also issued a warning about a fake job advertisement.
In a statement shared on social media on Saturday, KURA labeled the announcement as fraudulent and advised the public to stay cautious, emphasizing that only information from their official website, social media pages, and email should be trusted.
"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," a statement by KURA read.
"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 multiple job openings across 22 departments, including 42 positions for public relations officers and 62 for Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) coordinators.
However, the contact email provided for applicants was not KURA’s official email, as it lacked any affiliation with the authority.
These warnings come just weeks after Kenya Railways cautioned job seekers about fraudulent job advertisements circulating online. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, February 19, the corporation pointed out that some of these fake listings demand payment for applications or interviews, a clear sign of a scam.
Kenya Railways stressed that all genuine job openings are only posted on its official website, the MYGOV Newspaper, and verified social media accounts.
The corporation urged the public to remain vigilant and verify job advertisements before engaging with recruiters. It also clarified that it does not charge any fees for job applications or the recruitment process.
Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) headquarters at the Barabara Plaza in Nairobi County. /YELLOW HOUSE
