How to Avoid GES Posting Scams as a Newly Trained Teacher in Ghana

23rd June 2025

GES posting scams are on the rise. Learn how to spot fake agents, avoid fraud, and follow legitimate Ghana Education Service procedures to secure your posting safely and officially.

🔍 Introduction: Why This Matters

Every year, thousands of newly trained teachers fall victim to fake agents who promise Ghana Education Service (GES) postings or quick salary processing—for a fee. Many end up losing money, personal data, or even their jobs.

This article provides a full guide on how to identify, avoid, and report GES posting scams, especially after the official postings are released.

🚩 1. Never Pay Anyone for GES Posting or Salary Processing

GES has made it clear: all postings are free and processed solely by the Service. Anyone who demands money in exchange for:

Fast-tracking your posting
Choosing your preferred school or district
Processing your staff ID or salary

…is a scammer.

📢 GES DOES NOT work with agents or middlemen. Do not pay anyone via MoMo or bank transfer.

🧾 2. Always Confirm from Official Sources

Before taking any action or sharing your details:

✅ Check official GES communications:

GES Official Website
GES Regional & District Offices
Official social media handles of GES

📞 Call the GES Help Desk or your regional education office directly.

📬 3. Be Cautious with WhatsApp/Telegram Groups

Many fake agents operate in teacher WhatsApp and Telegram groups, offering “inside help” or “posting slots.”

🚫 Never send your documents (certificates, clearance letters, ID) to individuals in these groups unless verified by GES.

Red Flags:

Promises of “special protocol” or “backdoor” posting
Urgent payment requests with deadlines
No receipts or official letters issued

🖊️ 4. Don’t Fall for Fake Letters or Job Portals

Scammers often forge fake:

Posting letters
Staff ID approval messages
Appointment letters
Clearance notifications

🧐 How to spot fake documents:

Wrong GES logos or watermarks
Grammar errors
No reference number or official signatories
Unusual email addresses (e.g., gesjobs@gmail.com)

Always crosscheck with your College of Education, GES office, or use the official GES posting verification portal.

👥 5. Protect Your Personal Data

Scammers ask for:

MoMo numbers
Passwords
NSS Numbers
Staff ID & Clearance info

Only submit this data via:

Official GES portals
In-person at district or regional offices
Designated email addresses (e.g., verified @ges.gov.gh)

⚠️ 6. GES Staff and District Officials Are Under Watch

GES has recently cautioned its own staff that any official caught collecting money for postings will be dismissed and prosecuted.

🎓 As a newly trained teacher:

Report any suspicious request to your regional GES office.
Speak to your Head of Department or Principal if uncertain.

📞 How to Report a Scam

If someone has contacted you or taken money in the name of GES:

📨 Email: info@ges.gov.gh
📞 Call GES Headquarters: +233 (0)302 665 947
🏢 Visit the GES Regional or District Office
🔗 Report via MoMo Fraud Hotlines

✅ Summary: Do This, Not That

✅ Safe Steps ❌ Avoid These Confirm from GES website Paying agents for posting Visit your district office Accepting WhatsApp job offers Follow up personally Sending MoMo to unknown contacts Verify all documents Relying on unofficial portals Report any suspicious request Sharing personal info carelessly