Cabinet approves 2025 government leadership bylaw to streamline appointments, boost transparency

AMMAN — The Cabinet, during a session chaired by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, on Sunday approved the 2025 Government Leadership Bylaw, which aims to expand access to vacant leadership positions by facilitating applications through electronic platforms and the official social media accounts of Jordanian missions abroad.

The amended bylaw also seeks to reduce the time required to fill leadership vacancies and strengthen governance related to the preparation and approval of job descriptions for senior positions, according to a Prime Ministry statement. 

Under the new bylaw, relevant departments will draft job descriptions, which will then be reviewed and approved by the Civil Service Bureau and the Public Administration Commission. The process ensures alignment with existing legislation, national policies, and procedural manuals, according to the statement. 

The bylaw also allows for remote interviews with candidates to enhance flexibility and accommodate applicants’ circumstances. Additional assessment tools, such as visual presentations and case studies, may also be used to evaluate candidates’ qualifications and suitability.

In line with the Economic Modernisation Vision, the Cabinet also approved the 2025 Bylaw for Traditional Handicrafts and Industries. The bylaw eliminates the requirement for financial guarantees, aiming to reduce financial burdens on stakeholders and generate more employment opportunities in the sector.

Additionally, the Cabinet endorsed amendments to the 2025 Jordan Handicraft Producers Association Bylaw, which include the reduction or cancellation of licensing fees for women and persons with disabilities who own or work in handicraft shops.

On the international front, the Council of Ministers approved a maritime transport cooperation agreement between Jordan’s Ministry of Transport and the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The agreement aims to facilitate the exchange of expertise in maritime transport, thereby attracting investment and enhancing the capabilities of the sector in both countries.