Education For Employment – Jordan (EFE-Jordan)

Education For Employment – Jordan (EFE-Jordan)

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Overview

Education for Employment-Jordan (EFE-Jordan) is a locally registered non-profit organization established in 2006 that leads a national initiative to create economic opportunities for unemployed youth across the Kingdom. EFE-Jordan utilizes a demand-driven approach, beginning with a thorough market assessment, youth selection, followed by delivery of training, which ends with the provision of economic opportunities for youth.

Contribution to the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem
Entrepreneurship Services Provided in Aqaba

EFE-Jordan implements its Entrepreneurship, Micro-Entrepreneurship, and Self-Employment Track to empower youth in Aqaba and beyond to create sustainable income opportunities. The program offers training in entrepreneurship, marketing, access to finance, and sector-specific technical skills, enabling participants to sell products or provide services from home or through small businesses. It caters to three groups: aspiring entrepreneurs who are eager to start a business but lack a concrete idea, existing entrepreneurs who need support to scale and increase income, and early-stage startups that require tools and guidance to thrive in their initial phases. To enhance its impact in the south, EFE-Jordan also manages the Makarem Training Center in Ayla, Aqaba, serving as a hub for entrepreneurship support and youth training.