Kenyans have been warned against applying for diaspora jobs through the Prime International Consultants agency.
The agency had invited Kenyans interested in working as drivers abroad to apply through them. However, the State Department for Diaspora Affairs flagged the it as fake, warning Kenyans against applying through them.
"Please be advised that Prime International Consultants does not have any legitimate job opportunities for drivers to work abroad," the notice read in part.
"We strongly advise the public to approach the advertisement with extreme caution because it is a scam. Treat the offer with skepticism and disregard it accordingly," the Ministry emphasized.
The State Department for diaspora affairs refuted being connected, linked, or having any partnership with the agency while directing Kenyans to report any more cases, concerns, or suspicions of other fake agents.
"It is important to note that the State Department for Diaspora Affairs has no connection, link, or partnership with this agency," the government warned.
The alleged job offer had set the deadline for the application at March 28 and welcomed Kenyans for a physical interview.
Kenyans seeking to work abroad have been falling prey to scammers who pretend to be agencies offering jobs.
So far, the government has flagged 26 recruitment agencies for operating unlawfully and engaging in fraudulent activities related to jobs abroad.
These agencies were blacklisted by the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection for violating regulations and defrauding Kenyans with false promises of employment opportunities overseas.
How to Verify Recruitment Agencies
To verify authentic abroad offers, Kenyans are encouraged to visit the National Employment Authority (NEA) and confirm that the agency is registered with the ministry and has a practicing license.
Kenyans are also encouraged to visit physical offices as authentic agencies usually have a physical office to confirm their legitimacy and professionalism.
Abroad job seekers are also advised not to make upfront payments and be cautious of agencies that demand large sums of money. The warning comes at a time when the government of Kenya unveiled a plan to create one million job opportunities abroad annually as part of its labor export initiative.
The program, spearheaded by the Ministry of Labour aims to address unemployment by facilitating structured labor migration. It targets both skilled and semi-skilled workers, with opportunities in countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Australia, and Poland.
