How can you spot a fake online job or internship advert?
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Jackline Wairimu
Treat payment requests as a major warning sign
Be suspicious if an alleged employer asks you to pay a recruitment fee, buy equipment from a specified person, or send money to "unlock" an interview. Verify the opportunity through the employer's official website or independently confirmed contact details. -
Elijah Kiplangat
Check the details, not just the logo
Look closely at the email domain, job description, application process, and whether the same vacancy appears on the organization's official careers page. A copied logo or polished poster does not prove the offer is genuine. -
Sheila Wambura
Protect identity and financial information
Do not share passwords, PINs, one-time codes, or unnecessary identity documents with unverified contacts. If you already sent money or sensitive details, preserve messages and transaction records, contact the relevant financial provider promptly, and seek guidance from the appropriate authorities.








Do not share passwords, PINs, one-time codes, or unnecessary identity documents with unverified contacts. If you already sent money or sensitive details, preserve messages and transaction records, contact the relevant financial provider promptly, and seek guidance from the appropriate authorities.
Look closely at the email domain, job description, application process, and whether the same vacancy appears on the organization's official careers page. A copied logo or polished poster does not prove the offer is genuine.
Be suspicious if an alleged employer asks you to pay a recruitment fee, buy equipment from a specified person, or send money to "unlock" an interview. Verify the opportunity through the employer's official website or independently confirmed contact details.