She urged job seekers to always verify the authenticity of recruitment agencies before paying any money or submitting personal documents, saying many youths continue to lose money through fake job offers.
Speaking during a youth employment forum, Wairimu expressed concern over the rising number of scams targeting desperate job seekers who are hoping to secure better opportunities in foreign countries.
She said many fraudsters are taking advantage of unemployment challenges by promising well-paying jobs abroad, only to disappear after receiving money from unsuspecting victims.
Wairimu explained that some fake agents create attractive advertisements on social media and other platforms to lure young people.
They often promise quick processing of travel documents, high salaries, and comfortable working conditions.
However, she warned that many of these promises are false and designed to trick job seekers into paying registration, medical, or travel facilitation fees.
She advised youth to always confirm whether a recruitment company is legally registered and licensed by the government.
According to Wairimu, genuine recruitment agencies operate under strict regulations and provide clear information about job terms, contracts, and employer details.
She encouraged job seekers to visit government offices or official online platforms to verify recruitment companies before engaging with them.
Wairimu also cautioned young people against rushing into job offers without carefully reading and understanding employment contracts.
She said some youths sign documents without fully understanding their rights, working conditions, or salary details.
This, she noted, sometimes leads to exploitation and difficult working environments once they arrive in foreign countries.
The CEO further advised parents and guardians to support young job seekers by helping them verify recruitment agencies.
She said families play an important role in guiding youths to make safe and informed decisions.
Wairimu noted that many victims of job scams suffer silently due to fear or embarrassment after losing money or falling into fraudulent schemes.
She encouraged victims of job scams to report such cases to relevant authorities.
According to Wairimu, reporting fraud helps government agencies and recruitment regulators track down criminals and protect other job seekers from falling into similar traps.
She added that cooperation between job seekers, recruitment companies, and authorities is necessary to reduce fraud cases.
Wairimu acknowledged that working abroad can offer valuable opportunities for career growth and financial stability.
However, she insisted that proper procedures must be followed to ensure job seekers travel safely and legally.
She urged youths to conduct thorough research, seek professional guidance, and avoid deals that appear too good to be true.