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Pakistani-German Facilitation and Reintegration Center (PGFRC), Lahore

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Pakistani-German Facilitation and Reintegration Centre (PGFRC)

OPF Site Office, D Block, Commercial area

Raiwind Road, Lahore, Punjab  

Monday to Thursday: 10:00 to 13:00
14:00 to 16:00
Friday: 10:00 to 13:00
15:00 to 16:00
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Steve Seifert

 Steve Seifert, Head of the centre

Steve Seifert

Head of the PGFRC

I have been working in the field of migration and (re) integration for many years and in different countries like Germany, Iraq, and Nigeria. As head of the Pakistani-German Facilitation and Reintegration Centre, I use my professional experience to ensure that we provide excellent services.

Nighat Aziz

Nighat Aziz

Advisor, contact person for women and persons in need

I would be happy to discuss your plans for starting a new business with you. Also, I can arrange further training or psychosocial support. I can give you individual advice and inform you about various possibilities in Pakistan. I have a Master's degree in Human Resource Management, and I am also a certified trainer for job counselling. It is never too late for a new start! Let us jointly explore the best way!

Faisal Shabbir

Faisal Shabbir

Advisor

I will show you how to write a good CV. Also, I can prepare you for job interviews. Among other things, I used to work on a project that provided career counselling to more than 1000 people and enabled us to get hundreds of young people into work. I am also the author of a handbook on job counselling. I am also a certified trainer in vocational counseling.

Muhammad Shahbaz

Muhammad Shahbaz

Advisor

My studies in information technology and personnel management form the basis of my work. I can provide you with advice on jobs and starting a business to assist you with your reintegration. I can also give you information on psychosocial support services. I’ve been working with national and international development organisations for more than 15 years. The counselling I provide involves using my extensive experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation as well as in communication.

Qamar Siddique Awan

 Advisor for Regular Migration, Qamar Siddique Awan

Qamar Siddique Awan

Advisor for Regular Migration

As the Advisor for Regular Migration at ZME Pakistan office (PGFRC), I am dedicated to facilitating safe and orderly migration processes. I work tirelessly to empower clients and support them with knowledge and resources that they need on their migration journey. My commitment lies in ensuring that migration is a positive force for both individuals and communities.

Salsabila Rashid

 A young woman with long hair and black clothes smiles at the camera.

Salsabila Rashid

Junior Advisor

I would be happy to discuss your migration goals and help you enhance your entrepreneurial skills and job prospects in Pakistan and beyond. My goal is to empower individuals to pursue a fulfilling life with dignity, regardless of where they are from. To me, migration isn’t just about relocating—it’s about creating a fairer, more inclusive society.

Country experiences

Fiza’s journey: New opportunities through skill development

After finishing her higher secondary education, Fiza was struggling to find a job. Looking for guidance, she turned to the Pakistan-German Facilitation and Reintegration Centre (PGFRC). With the support and training she received, Fiza is now working at a renowned university in Pakistan as a front desk officer.

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Solar energy as a future profession

Anyone looking for a professional opportunity in solar technology in Pakistan can take part in a training course organised by the PGFRC. 20 participants made use of this offer – and already have clear ideas for their future.

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Giving something back to young people

I spent 3 years working as an electrician in Saudi Arabia. But I wasn’t earning enough and I missed my family. So I returned to Pakistan in 2018. A PGFRC training course enabled me to become self-employed.

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Successful as a self-employed bricklayer

I spent eight years working in Germany to provide a better life for my family. But I missed them, so I came back home. I had no idea at first how to find my feet again. I’m now self-employed as a bricklayer thanks to the PGFRC.

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A future as an electrician

I spent many years working abroad as an electrician, but I missed my family. When I came back to Pakistan in 2018, I wasn’t initially earning enough. A friend told me about the services offered by the PGFRC. And that’s how my new start began.

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Success as a photographer in Punjab

I came back to my family in Pakistan during the corona pandemic. The PGFRC helped me to start my own business as a photographer. My photo studio is now very successful.

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A happy shop owner in Pakistan

The support provided by the Pakistani-German Facilitation and Reintegration Centre means I’m now successfully running my own business.

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Standing on my own two feet with the rickshaw

When I returned to Pakistan after several years, I was very worried about how to feed my family. But then I had a business idea - and got support. Now I have a stable income. One of my dreams has been fulfilled.

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Finally back with my family

A training programme taught me how to manage my own taxi business.

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A new life with his own fabric shop

My wife and I have continued to run our business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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A versatile businessman

The advice and help I got from the PGFRC made it possible for me to get my business up and running not long after I returned.

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Successful with fast food

I run my own restaurant in my home town. Thanks to some important support, I can constantly develop my business and so also cope with crises.

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Entrepreneurial spirit and tradition

I’ve set up a fabric business with assistance from PCFRC. My marketing includes using social media.

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