Kenya Power has issued a stern warning to the public after fake job notices claiming to advertise over 100 vacancies circulated online. Taking to its verified social media pages on Tuesday morning, the electricity distributor flagged the announcement as fake, cautioning Kenyans to stay alert to employment scams.
“Fake! Beware of Fraudsters!” the company stated emphatically, distancing itself from the misleading notice that purported to offer numerous positions across several departments.
This latest incident comes just days after Kenya Power disowned another similar fake job advertisement, demonstrating how fraudsters continue to exploit job seekers by using the company’s logo and branding.
A photo collage shared online shows two different fake notices both formatted differently but bearing the same Kenya Power logo, a tactic used to create a false sense of legitimacy.
How to Identify a Fake Job Advertisement
The company’s warning highlights a growing trend in which cybercriminals target unsuspecting Kenyans through fraudulent job postings. To avoid falling victim, experts advise the public to verify all job vacancies through Kenya Power’s official website or its verified social media accounts.
If a job listing cannot be found on these official channels, it is almost certainly fake.
Another red flag is poor grammar or awkward language in the advertisement. Authentic corporate job notices maintain a professional tone, whereas fake ones often contain spelling and formatting errors.
Applicants should also be wary of unofficial email addresses legitimate companies rarely use personal or casual email domains for recruitment.
Most importantly, no credible employer requests money for document processing or application fees. Such demands are a clear indication of fraud.
Kenya Power has reiterated that all official job opportunities are published exclusively through its verified platforms. The company urged the public to exercise caution and report any suspicious job adverts to its official communication channels.
