Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah was appointed as Minister of Education by the Liberian Senate on February 6, 2024. Before being appointed by President Joseph Boakai, he served as Vice President for Academic Affairs, a Student Division administrator, and an assistant professor at Delaware State University.

Prior to joining Delaware State University, Dr. Jallah began his career at Rhode Island Community College, working as a coordinator/advisor for the federal Trio Program - Talent Search.