National Employment Authority raises alarm over fake job adverts

The National Employment Authority (NEA) has warned Kenyans to be on high alert following the circulation of fraudulent job advertisements claiming to originate from the agency.

Speaking through a notice posted on its official X account on Monday, August 11, 2025, NEA said there are no ongoing recruitment exercises within the authority.

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It urged members of the public to disregard any job adverts purporting to be from NEA and to avoid falling victim to scammers targeting unsuspecting job seekers.

Scammers target job seekers

In its statement, NEA disclosed that it had flagged several fake postings, including one advertising for a sales representative position at the authority.

According to the agency, such adverts are fabricated by fraudsters aiming to exploit desperate job seekers.

“The National Employment Authority cautions the public against fraudsters posing as recruiters. Currently, there are no job openings within the authority. All legitimate job vacancy advertisements are posted exclusively on the official NEA website and the NEA Integrated Management System (NEAIMS),” the notice read.

NEA emphasised that verifying job adverts through official channels is critical to avoiding scams. It also urged Kenyans to report any suspicious recruitment activities to relevant authorities for action.

Official channels only

NEA reiterated that the only credible sources for job opportunities within the authority are the official NEA website and NEAIMS.

It discouraged Kenyans from relying on information shared through unofficial platforms such as random WhatsApp groups, unverified social media accounts, or street notices.

“It’s crucial for job seekers to verify any job posting to avoid falling victim to scams. Always refer to official channels for accurate information regarding job opportunities,” the agency added.

The warning comes just a week after the government, through the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, also cautioned young people about an increase in fake job platforms. NYOTA stressed that only its verified media platforms were authorised to post updates about opportunities.

NEA’s message adds to growing calls for vigilance as fraudsters increasingly target Kenya’s unemployed population with bogus recruitment drives.