The KZN Premier’s Office has warned the public of fake vacancies making rounds on social networks.
In a media statement, the premier’s office said some of the references in the fake vacancies were used in a previous employment vacancy.
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All those vacancies have since closed.
“These job advertisements, upon close examination, mirror the references and appearance of those originally issued by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government in August 2023 under the Sthesha Waya-Waya Provincial recruitment drive.
“Those advertisements have closed, and the recruitment processes have been concluded. They are not being re-advertised. All approved provincial government vacancies are advertised on the provincial government e-recruitment system or department’s websites,” read the statement.
The office of the premier urged the public to refrain from sharing or engaging with the posts.
“At this juncture, the Office of the Premier categorically states that these social media advertisements are not sanctioned by the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government and are the work of unscrupulous and mischievous individuals seeking to exploit the aspirations of honest South Africans who are diligently searching for employment or considering career changes.”
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In light of these deceptive practices, the office of the premier urged all citizens to exercise extreme caution and discernment when applying for any vacancies.
We strongly advise against engaging with such fraudulent adverts and emphasize that any legitimate government vacancies will be formally advertised through credible newspapers as well as the official KwaZulu-Natal provincial government e-recruitment system, which is www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs.
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