I stumbled on a discussion
on an online forum and decided to share with you.
Apparently Fidelity
bank is currently calling for CVs, but a requirement in the application process
is causing anxiety amongst the applicants.
Visiting their career
portal on https://careers.fidelitybank.ng/ you will register (new user) and verify
your registration or you login if you already have an account on the portal.
Now filing out the application
form you will be required to fill out a field for Bank Verification Number,
Bank and Account number.
It is Scary and disturbing
right? I think so too.
Question is why will a
recruiter ask for these confidential information? Well, I have some theories.
- They want to ensure that applicants have a BVN in line with CBN’s drive to ensure every account holder has one.
2. It is for insurance
purposes. The banking sector has the highest risk for fraud related activities
and these details can come in handy should an applicant (potential employee)
defraud the bank.
I sent an email to the bank and also
tweeted at them enquiring if this was a possible phishing scam and why they
needed these details, but I am yet to get a reply.
Personally, I feel asking for the BVN is
acceptable, but asking for an applicant’s bank and account number at the application stage is not ethical.
The good news is you can submit a hard-copy
application at any of the bank’s branches.
Stay safe and good luck!
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