Investment Fund Office

The Investment Fund Office was established in April 2019 with the aim of managing and investing the Fund’s assets efficiently, and allocating the generated revenues to support the University’s activities, particularly in financing its developmental and strategic projects.

The Fund operates in accordance with Regulation No. (55) of 2016, issued pursuant to Article (33) of the Jordanian Universities Law No. (20) of 2009. Its financial, administrative, and technical operations are governed by bylaws and regulations approved by the Board of Trustees, the University Council, and the Investment Committee.

The Fund enjoys full financial and administrative independence and has its own independent budget. Its resources consist of:

• The annual contribution allocated by the University

• Grants, donations, and aid (both movable and immovable assets) approved by the Board of Trustees

• Returns generated from investment activities

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Vision

To achieve sustainable and profitable investment returns in accordance with best investment practices, contributing to the University’s economic growth through expanding investment opportunities and establishing strategic partnerships with the private sector.

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Mission

To manage the Fund’s assets professionally and efficiently in order to achieve the highest possible investment returns in collaboration with various sectors.

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Objectives

• Supporting the needs of university staff and students within available resources

• Increasing profitability while diversifying and expanding investments

• Exploring and developing new funding sources

• Managing financial risks through comprehensive feasibility studies

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Core Values

Responsibility:
Ensuring independent investment decision-making based on best practices and feasibility within acceptable risk levels.

Professionalism:
Commitment to integrity, transparency, and objectivity, while empowering staff to make effective decisions.

Sustainability:
Achieving continuous financial growth and ensuring long-term sustainability of projects and activities.

Corporate Governance:
Adopting transparent, structured, and regulation-compliant investment decision processes.

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Organizational Units

• Investment Division

• Budget Division

• Loans Division

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Board of Trustees Responsibilities

• Setting the general investment policy

• Reviewing committee recommendations and making decisions

• Accepting grants and donations

• Approving funding allocations

• Approving supported projects and activities

• Approving the budget and financial statements

• Endorsing the annual report

• Appointing an external auditor

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Fund Management Committee Responsibilities

• Implementing the Fund’s policies

• Supervising financial and administrative operations

• Managing investments, including acquisition and disposal of assets

The committee is formed by a decision of the Board of Trustees and is chaired by the University President, with members including:

• Two Board members

• Two university staff members

• Two external experts