The City of Ekurhuleni in Gauteng has warned the public of a social media job scams on Monday afternoon. This caution comes after a social media job scam that has been falsely presented as the City’s recruitment process.
Despite all the salary and job cuts due to Covid-19, most people are desperate for employment but fraudsters are taking advantage of job hunters.
“The scammers lure the public to call them on their cell numbers where they are made to pay money in exchange for false job opportunities for drivers and cleaners among others,”
The City has stressed that its job application process is not conducted through social media platforms or on social media messaging.
“Our positions are strictly advertised on our website:www.ekurhuleni.gov.za/vacancies where both permanent, temporal and fixed term vacancies are advertised. The City urges the public to be vigilant and not fall for these scams. Cases of fraud and corruption can be reported on 0800 102 201.”
Here are some of tips on how to spot a job scam:
1. Recruitment agencies will never charge a candidate to assist them finding a job.
2. Check out the company online before you apply.
3. If someone says you are shortlisted for a job you haven’t applied for; this is a red flag.
4. Your CV to in the wrong hands can lead to identity fraud. Before sending it out, make sure the company is legitimate.
5. Beware of people who guarantee you a job in exchange for money; recruiting does not work like that.
6. When applying for jobs advertised on a website, first read through the job description and specification.
