The Competition Authority of Kenya has warned job seekers against fraudulent individuals claiming to offer employment at the agency in exchange for money.
In a public notice issued on Thursday in Nairobi, the Authority said it “does not require or accept any form of payment in connection with employment opportunities” and urged victims to report such cases.
In the notice dated February 26, 2026, the Authority said it had become aware of individuals falsely presenting themselves as its representatives and offering non-existent positions in exchange for cash payments.
“It has come to the Authority's attention that certain individuals, claiming to be acting on our behalf, are purporting to offer employment to Kenyans for non-existent vacancies while demanding cash payments,” the statement read.
The Authority, which “is established under section 7 of the Competition Act Cap. 504 (‘the Competition Act’)”, said it periodically recruits staff members to fill vacancies when they arise in order to execute its mandate.
However, it stressed that any recruitment process is conducted transparently and without financial demands placed on applicants.
“Job seekers are therefore cautioned against falling victim to such fraudulent schemes, and to report such cases to the relevant authorities,” the notice said.
The Authority further underlined its hiring principles, stating, “The Authority is a transparent and equal opportunity employer, and does not require or accept any form of payment in connection with employment opportunities.”
The warning comes amid growing concerns in Kenya over employment-related scams, particularly those targeting young job seekers eager for opportunities in public institutions.
In its notice, the Authority clarified that all legitimate vacancies are advertised through official and verifiable platforms.
“All job vacancies within the Authority are advertised in MyGov newspaper, the Authority's website, and social media pages,” it said.
It also explained how successful and unsuccessful candidates are informed of recruitment outcomes.
“The outcome of job interviews is communicated to applicants through the Authority's official and formal channels,” the statement added.
By emphasising its established procedures, the Authority sought to distinguish genuine recruitment processes from fraudulent schemes that demand payment or make unsolicited promises of employment.
The public notice was issued under the heading “Public Notice Regarding Fraudulent Claims of Job Opportunities at the Competition Authority of Kenya” and marked as a formal communication from the regulator.
The Authority provided its official contact details, listing its offices at CBK Pension Towers, 15th Floor, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi, along with a direct telephone line and official email address.
It also directed members of the public to its verified digital platforms, including its website and social media presence, for accurate and up-to-date information.
The statement concluded with a firm reiteration of its stance, making clear that no fees are charged at any stage of its recruitment process.
By issuing the alert, the Authority aims to protect job seekers from financial loss and to preserve the integrity of its hiring procedures.
As recruitment fraud continues to pose risks to vulnerable applicants, the Authority’s message is unequivocal: any request for payment in exchange for employment at the agency is illegitimate.
