Fact Check: Beware, fake ZIMPARKS job recruitment offer

Fact Check: No, ZIMPARKS is not recruiting through third party portal

Claim: An advert circulating on different social media platforms claims the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Authority has opened an online portal to recruit new rangers to fill in various open positions.

Is this true or false?

Verdict: False

Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Authority dismissed the advert to be fake. Posting on their official Facebook page, ZIMPARKS said, “We have been made aware of a fraudulent recruitment (offer) circulating online, falsely claiming to be an official hiring platform for ZIMPARKS Rangers. Please be advised that ZIMPARKS does not use unauthorised third-party websites for recruitment”.

ZimFact has observed an increase in job recruitment scams lately, below are some tips on how to protect yourself.

Always verify job openings on the official website or social media platforms of said employer.
Do not submit personal details, pay recruitment fees, or share sensitive information on unverified portals.
When in doubt compare the contact details provided in recruitment offers with the official details of said company.
Where a URL link to a portal is given, ensure it connects to a company’s official website.
Report suspicious activity to relevant authorities.