JDC Lamarkhak programme — what it is, who qualifies, and how to register

What is Lamarkhak

Lamarkhak is a JDC Israel programme helping working-age adults who are unemployed or underemployed return to suitable full employment. A culturally-adapted track exists for the Ethiopian-Israeli community.

11 active centres

Netanya (09-866-3330), Lod (08-924-5050), Kiryat Gat (08-680-2222), Kiryat Malachi (08-858-6060), Jerusalem (02-652-8888), Haifa (04-811-2233), Beersheba (08-623-7777), Rishon LeZion (03-966-4411), Ramla (08-925-1010), Ashdod (08-857-9090), Akko (04-956-1234).

Who qualifies

Unemployed 6+ months; underemployed (involuntary part-time); returning after a break; ages 18–65 seeking a career change.

First appointment

60–90 minute diagnostic session (Amharic-speaking counsellors at some centres). Skills assessment. Personal action plan. Employment mentor for 12 months.

Success data (JDC 2024)

68% find employment within 9 months. 79% retain employment after 12 months. 84% satisfaction rate.

No referral needed

Walk in directly or get a referral from the Employment Service, social worker, welfare department, or Fidel/IAEJ.