ZEC disowns fake recruitment advert

The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission has warned the public against a fraudulent job recruitment advertisement circulating on social media, describing it as the work of criminals.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the commission's chief elections officer, Simbarashe Tongayi, said ZEC does not recruit personnel through social media platforms and distanced the organisation from the viral post.

"The commission wishes to categorically state that this advertisement is fraudulent, unauthorised, and does not originate from the commission," he said.

Tongayi emphasised that all official vacancies are advertised strictly through recognised mainstream newspapers and the commission's verified communication channels.

"Any information to the contrary should be treated as false and deceptive," he added.

ZEC also cautioned members of the public against engaging with such scams, particularly where individuals are asked to provide personal information or make payments.

"The commission strongly urges members of the public to exercise caution and refrain from responding to such fraudulent advertisements," Tongayi said.

The electoral body further clarified that it does not recruit through third parties and warned against clicking on suspicious links or sharing personal details with unverified sources.

At the same time, Tongayi warned that those responsible for the scam could face legal consequences.

"Such actions are unlawful and constitute an offence under the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act [Chapter 9:23] and will result in the Commission taking legal action," he said.

ZEC urged the public to rely only on its official website, verified email channels, and landline contacts for accurate information regarding employment opportunities.