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German Information Centre on Migration, Vocational Training and Career (DIMAK)

The German Information Centre on Migration, Vocational Training and Careers in Tirana is open to everyone. You can receive information and advice on the following:   

  • Opportunities for work and training in Albania
  • Training in applying for a job
  • Job and career fairs in Albania
  • Support if you have returned to Albania
  • Information on agencies and state aid for Albanian citizens
  • Opportunities for work and training in Germany

You are welcome to visit the centre in Tirana. Our advisors are also available to answer your questions by phone or by email. You do not have to pay for this advice.

Directions

The best way to get to DIMAK is to take the L2 bus. This line stops in the city centre at the stations 'Zogu i Zi' and 'Sheshi Nënë Tereza'. Please get off at the 'Bulevardi Bajram Curri' bus stop.

Contact

German Information Centre on Migration, Vocational Training and Career (DIMAK)
DRFPP 4 – Drejtoria Rajonale e Formimit Profesional Publik Nr. 4
1001 Tirana

Monday – Friday: 9:00-15:00
You can find up-to-the-minute information on our opening hours on our Facebook page.

Due to recent events and based on government measures against COVID-19, our centre will be closed for the next few days. If you have any questions, please contact us via Facebook Messenger, e-mail or call us.

dimak-albania@giz.de
‎+355 69 706 0005
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Additional counseling service,
the premises of the
employment office (NEAS)
Bulevardi Zogu I, Nr.7,
4001 Shkodra

Wednesday - Thursday: 09:00 - 15:00
You can find up-to-the-minute information on our opening hours on our Facebook page.

Due to recent events and based on government measures against COVID-19, our centre will be closed for the next few days. If you have any questions, please contact us via Facebook Messenger, e-mail or call us.

dimak-albania@giz.de
‎+355 69 706 0005
Visit us on Facebook
Write to us via Facebook Messenger

Directions

The best way to get to DIMAK is to take the L2 bus. This line stops in the city centre at the stations 'Zogu i Zi' and 'Sheshi Nënë Tereza'. Please get off at the 'Bulevardi Bajram Curri' bus stop.

Contact

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German Information Centre on Migration, Vocational Training and Career (DIMAK)
DRFPP 4 – Drejtoria Rajonale e Formimit Profesional Publik Nr. 4
1001 Tirana

Monday – Friday: 9:00-15:00
You can find up-to-the-minute information on our opening hours on our Facebook page.

Due to recent events and based on government measures against COVID-19, our centre will be closed for the next few days. If you have any questions, please contact us via Facebook Messenger, e-mail or call us.

dimak-albania@giz.de
‎+355 69 706 0005
Visit us on Facebook
Write to us via Facebook Messenger

Additional counseling service,
the premises of the
employment office (NEAS)
Bulevardi Zogu I, Nr.7,
4001 Shkodra

Wednesday - Thursday: 09:00 - 15:00
You can find up-to-the-minute information on our opening hours on our Facebook page.

Due to recent events and based on government measures against COVID-19, our centre will be closed for the next few days. If you have any questions, please contact us via Facebook Messenger, e-mail or call us.

dimak-albania@giz.de
‎+355 69 706 0005
Visit us on Facebook
Write to us via Facebook Messenger

Dr Gligor Stojkow

Head of the Advice Centre

Welcome to DIMAK Albania, the Advice Centre for Migration and Reintegration! We are here to support you in implementing your plans in Albania. Our team can advise you in Albanian, German or English. All our advisors have many years of experience in the field of migration and reintegration.
 
I myself studied engineering and economics in Northern Macedonia and Germany. Professionally, I have been particularly involved in promoting employment and economic development as part of international cooperation. I have worked in several countries of South-Eastern Europe and especially the Western Balkans. Besides German and English, I am fluent in the Slavic languages.

Florenc Qosja

Migration for Development” programme, DIMAK Coordinator

I coordinate the DIMAK Advice Centre with its team of dedicated advisors. I also maintain our network of public and private agencies. 

I am familiar with the backgrounds, cultures and languages of both Albania and the German-speaking countries. I studied German Language and Literature at the Universities of Krems (Austria) and St. Gallen (Switzerland). I then worked for 15 years as deputy office manager of the Austrian Development Cooperation's international office in Tirana. I would like to use my experience and that of my team to support your plans.

Dorisa Lala

Advisor

You need information on the requirements for regular migration to Germany? I can tell you which conditions you have to meet. I will also provide you with information about job opportunities, training or vocational education in Germany.

I’ll be happy to assist you with writing your CV or preparing for an interview. Let’s work together on developing your future!

Jeta Xhabija

Advisor, Contact person or women and people in need

I can advise you at DIMAK in Tirana or at our regional advice centre in Shkodra. I have lots of experience in working with national and international public institutions and civic organisations. I can therefore give you individual advice and inform you about various possibilities in Albania. I am also a contact person for women and people in need.

I look forward to discussing your skills and perspectives and to jointly finding solutions for you!

Halisa Duka

Advisor

You returned to Albania and are looking for a job? I'll be happy to advise you! Together we can find suitable training courses or jobs, for example. I can also inform you about the conditions for regular migration to Germany. It's never too late for a new start! Let's jointly explore the best way to shape your future.

A.L.

Advisor

You returned from Germany and want to regain a foothold in Albania? Visit DIMAK together with your family or contact us by phone, e-mail or Facebook. I'll be happy to advise you on job opportunities and options for training or vocational education in Albania.

Together we'll make the best decision!

Further opportunities

  • Training to become a tailor or dressmaker

    Would you like to become a tailor or dressmaker? Women and girls can train or do an internship with the Albanian Red Cross.

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  • Albanian employment agency

    Are you looking for a job in Albania? The Albanian employment agency’s website has a range of information and job offers.

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  • On-the-job training in a hotel

    Get to know the work processes of a hotel in theory and practice and qualify for a possible later employment in a hotel.

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  • Help for children between 5 and 14

    Does your child need support? At school for example? Is he or she between 5 and 14 years old? The network is there for you. It offers special support for children from Egyptian and Roma families.

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  • Where to find help

    Do you need help? Caritas Albania works in a range of different fields. You can call here if you need help. Caritas works throughout Albania.

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  • Training in the hospitality and catering sector

    Would you like to work in a hotel or restaurant? Do you need to learn some additional skills? The Hospitality and Tourism Academy in Tirana has a range of different courses in that field.

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  • Jobs in all sectors

    Are you looking for a job in Albania? Here you will find a list of websites. The websites have adverts for many different jobs.

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  • Specific help for women

    Are you a woman seeking support? The network can help you. It offers a range of services and an emergency phone number.

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  • Courses and skills development

    Are you returning to Albania? Would you like to do a skills development course? A number of different courses are on offer here which could be of interest to all Albanians.

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  • List of places offering training

    Are you looking for a vocational training opportunity in Albania? These websites have lists of names and addresses of public vocational schools and training centres.

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  • Reuniting families

    Have you been separated from your family? Are you trying to find family members? Would you like to reunite your family? The Albanian Red Cross can help you.

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  • Help for drug users
    and others

    Do you have a drug or alcohol problem? Are you HIV positive or do you have AIDS? Would you like some advice on health and contraception? Do you need help? APRAD is there for you.

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  • Help for children

    Are you looking for support for your children? Do you need materials for school or clothes? Perhaps you have very little money? You can get help here.

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  • Vocational training in Tirana

    Are you looking for a vocational training course in Tirana? The Don Bosco School offers a range of different courses.

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  • Help for survivors of violence

    Are you a survivor of violence? Do you no longer feel safe at home? There is an emergency phone number you can call to get help.
    The network can also help with non-emergency issues.

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  • Help for victims of torture

    Are you a victim of torture? Are you suffering trauma? ARCT can help you to feel better soon. It also offers legal advice.

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  • Vocational training

    The dual training system in Germany involves working in a company as well as theoretical learning. You attend a vocational college. Although you need a place and a visa.

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  • Basic course in irrigation technology

    Here you learn the basics of irrigation technology. Professionals give you valuable tips. You learn how to use water economically in gardening and agriculture.

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  • Basic course in job hunting

    Here you learn how to hunt for jobs in the international labour market. You are given information about job search websites. Trained specialists help you.

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  • Working without a job qualification

    It is very difficult to find work in Germany without a job qualification. But it is possible. If you have a fixed job, you can apply for a visa.

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  • Basic course in hairdressing and cosmetics

    Here you learn the basics of hairdressing and cosmetics. Professionals show you drying and dyeing techniques, for example. The course is taught in Osnabrück (Lower Saxony).

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  • Basic course in construction technology

    Here you learn how to build or repair buildings. Specialists will teach you. You get lots of practical tips. The course is taught in Bebra (north-east Hesse).

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  • Basic course in plumbing, heating and air conditioning

    Here you learn the basics of plumbing, heating and air conditioning: professionals show you how to solder pipework. The course is taught in Osnabrück (Lower Saxony).

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  • Start-ups for women

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  • Basic course in photovoltaic systems

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  • English as a second and foreign language

    Here you can improve your English. This opens up new prospects for you. Good English is especially important in tourism and gastronomy.

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  • Basic course in service provision

    Here you learn which services offer good job opportunities. Professionals give you valuable tips. The courses are taught in north and east Hesse.

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  • Basic course in the building trade

    Here you learn the basics of the building trade. Professionals show you how to lay blocks and plaster walls, for example. The course is taught in Osnabrück (Lower Saxony).

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  • Application training for new opportunities

    Here you learn how to write a CV correctly. This increases your chances of finding a suitable job.

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  • Advice on career opportunities

    Thinking of returning to your homeland? We can advise you. You will receive information on career opportunities and suitable training courses.

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  • Help for women in need

    Are you seeking help because you feel threatened? Are you experiencing violence or being exploited?
    Women in need are helped at SOLWODI. The advice is free of charge and individual.

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  • Sales training

    Here you practice how to sell products successfully. Professionals give you valuable tips. The courses are taught in north and east Hesse.

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  • Cooking with solar energy

    Use solar energy to cook. Prepare food with renewable energy. How does that work? Our course answers this question. The course is taught in Bad Hersfeld (north-east Hesse).

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  • Build your own solar cooker

    Cook with the sun's energy: here you learn how to build a solar cooker yourself. The course is taught in Bad Hersfeld (north-east Hesse).

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  • Working with qualifications

    Would you like to work as a specialist in Germany? Your options depend on your profession. You also need to speak German and have your qualifications recognised.

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  • Introduction to electrical installation

    Here you can learn the basics of electrical installation, e.g. tool design or the structure of circuits. The course is taught in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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  • Introduction to gastronomy and cuisine

    Here you can learn the basics of gastronomy, for example various cooking and baking techniques. The course is taught in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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  • Basic course in baking

    The basics of baking: professionals show you how to bake bread, rolls and cakes. You also learn about sales. The course is taught in Bebra (north-east Hesse).

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  • Find advice in your area

    Are you thinking about returning to your home country? Here you can look for a counselling centre to advise you on returning home.

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  • Basic course in hairdressing

    Here you learn the basics of the hairdressing trade. Professionals show you how to cut, dye and style hair. The course is taught in Bad Hersfeld (north-east Hesse).

    more information

  • Basic course in working with wood

    Here you learn the basics of woodworking. Professionals show you how to build cabinets, for example. The course is taught in Osnabrück (Lower Saxony).

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  • Basics for hotel, gastronomy and tourism

    Here you can attend a course if you would like to work in gastronomy, in a hotel or in tourism.

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  • Hairdressing and cosmetics

    Here you can learn the basics of hairdressing and cosmetics, for example cutting and colouring techniques. The course is taught in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

    more information

  • Basic course in tourism

    Here you learn the basics of tourism. Professionals give you valuable tips for successful travel programmes. The courses are taught in north and east Hesse.

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  • Basic course in painting and varnishing

    Here you can learn the basics of painting and varnishing. Professionals show you how to paint or wallpaper walls. The course is taught in Osnabrück (Lower Saxony).

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  • Tourism

    Here you gain a basic knowledge of tourism. This allows you to prepare for working in this sector.

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  • Working with a university degree

    Are you an academic and interested in working in Germany? Your options depend on your area of expertise. You need to have your degree recognised.

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  • Basic course in business start-ups

    Got a business concept? Like to become self-employed? Like to work in accounting? This will give you the basic knowledge you need!

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  • Worldwide jobs

    Are you looking for a job? Would you like to work in Albania or abroad? Erca can help you to find a job.

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  • Computer course

    Here you can gain practical IT skills. You learn about the main programmes and find out how to search for something via the internet. That helps you both in your career and personally.

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  • Welding: course with certificate

    Here you learn how to work with metal. At the end of the course in Bad Hersfeld (north-east Hesse) you can sit a test and be awarded a certificate.

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  • Basic course in vehicle technology

    Interested in cars and technology? Here you can gain a basic knowledge of vehicle technology. You can even work on cars yourself.

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  • Information telephone

    Are you thinking about returning to your home country? Here you can get some basic information about returning home.

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  • Basic course in working with metal

    Hier lernen Sie den Metallbau kennen. Profis zeigen Ihnen, wie man Metalle bearbeitet. Der Kurs findet in Osnabrück (Niedersachsen) statt.

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  • Basic course in gastronomy

    Here you learn the basics of gastronomy. Professionals give you valuable tips for working successfully in restaurants. Courses are taught in Bad Hersfeld and Bebra.

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  • On the path to being self-employed

    Like to start your own business? Here you can discuss the benefits and disadvantages. You also learn the basics of economic calculation.

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  • Bicycle mechanics

    Here you can learn the basics of bicycle mechanics. This involves a lot of practical work, learning key technical terms and extending your knowledge in mathematics.

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  • Basic course in drinking water filters

    Learn the basics of operating drinking water filters for use in homes. Professionals give you valuable tips on clean water.

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  • University studies

    Studying at a German university is definitely a good choice, although you do have to meet various requirements. This is where you can find information.

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  • Setting up a business

    Want to set up your own business in Germany? This requires good start-up planning.

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  • Various career-related courses

    Training in many areas. For example sewing, computers, cookery, make-up, nursing care, bookkeeping, English, German for tourism. These courses are run in Mannheim, Germany.

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  • Courses in textiles, crafts, maths

    Training for women. You will learn basic practical skills in the areas of sewing, knitting, crafts and mathematics. The coursesarerun in theRhineland-Palatinate, Germany.

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  • Various practical training courses

    Training involving theory and practical courses. For example warehousing, logistics, vehicle mechanics, tailoring or nursing care and hygiene. In Meppen, LowerSaxony, Germany.

    more information

  • Plumbing, heating and air conditioning

    This is where you can learn about plumbing, heating and air conditioning. Installing or maintaining systems, for example. The course is held in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

    more information

  • Introduction to electrical installation

    This is where you can learn the basics of electrical engineering, including tool design, key mathematics and the structure of circuits. The course is taught in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

    more information

  • Introduction to painting and decorating

    Here you can learn the basics of painting and decorating, e.g. coating techniques. The course is taught in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

    more information

  • Start-up opportunities

    Got a business concept? Want to become self-employed in your country of origin? Need help to start? At StartHope@Home you will find courses and advice.

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  • Financial help to return home

    You might not have to pay to return to your home country.

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  • Introduction to metal construction

    Here you can learn the basics of metal construction, e.g. understanding materials and handling different tools and machines. The course is taught in Duisburg (North Rhine-Westphalia).

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  • Dual vocational programmes and other training courses

    Are you looking for a dual vocational training programme in Albania? The centre in Kamza offers training courses in various fields. Short courses are also available.

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  • Training in catering

    Are you looking for a full vocational training programme or a shorter course in catering? You can do a full vocational training course or shorter courses in different fields at the Neranxi Culinary Institute in Tirana.

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  • Skills development in all fields

    Would you like to do a skills development course? Njoftime offers a range of courses in all fields.

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  • Help with starting a business

    Would you like to set up a business? The Innovation Hub Tirana will help you with the initial steps and will give advice on different aspects of starting a business. It also runs seminars.

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