Ministry of Education launches $400 million reform program

The Minister of Education, Azmi Mahafzah, reaffirmed on Monday Jordan’s dedication to educational modernization and administrative reform as foundational elements for economic growth and social progress for future generations.

This commitment was expressed during the official launch of a program funded by the World Bank with a budget of USD 400 million.

The program aims to enhance the efficiency of educational management, improve service quality, and raise educational outcomes in alignment with Jordan's Economic Modernization Vision (EMV).

It focuses on reforming administrative policies, strengthening governance, enhancing accountability mechanisms, and increasing investment in human capital to ensure sustainable results.

Mahafzah emphasized that education lies at the heart of the EMV, highlighting Jordan's investment in early education and vocational training to cultivate a skilled workforce capable of competing in the global economy.

He outlined the program's key components, including improving early childhood education, equipping students with essential skills for a seamless transition to the job market, and supporting institutional reform to enhance the efficiency of the educational system.

A significant goal of the program is to create educational opportunities for a large number of children and youth, including enrolling 25,000 students in kindergarten, achieving quality standards in 4,200 classrooms, and graduating 50,000 students from vocational education and training programs. Additionally, 70 percent of teachers and school leaders will be hired through a new competency-based selection process.

In support of this initiative, Jean-Christophe Carret, the World Bank Country Director for the Middle East Department, affirmed the organization’s commitment to this crucial program, stating that it contributes to developing a more advanced and flexible educational system while empowering youth and women in the economic growth process.