Regional Director of Culture Position in Eastern Region of Morocco

Leadership Opportunity in Moroccan Cultural Sector

The Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication - Culture Department announces the opening of applications for the position of Regional Director of Culture for the Eastern Region, a position equivalent to division head. This opportunity represents a leadership challenge for professionals seeking to contribute to the development of the cultural landscape in Morocco's Eastern region, where the responsible official will guide and implement cultural policies at the regional level.

Position Details and Responsibilities

The Regional Director of Culture for the Eastern Region holds a senior administrative position responsible for planning and executing cultural programs in the region. According to official documents, the appointment follows Decree No. 2.11.681 issued on 28 Dhu al-Hijjah 1432 (November 25, 2011) governing the procedures for appointing division heads and service chiefs in public administrations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the implementation of national cultural policies at the regional level
• Developing and executing cultural programs and projects in the Eastern Region
• Coordinating with local and regional cultural institutions
• Managing human and material resources of cultural services in the region
• Contributing to the preservation and development of local cultural heritage

Application Requirements and Qualifications

Applications are limited to permanent civil servants and contract agents working in the culture sector under the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication who meet the stipulated regulatory conditions. The position requires administrative and managerial experience in the cultural field, with deep understanding of Moroccan administrative legislation and regulations.

Essential requirements include:

• Experience in administrative and cultural fields
• Knowledge of Moroccan civil service systems
• Ability to develop strategic action plans
• Advanced leadership and management skills
• Deep understanding of local and national cultural contexts

Application Procedures and Deadlines

The ministry has set a final application deadline of February 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM. Candidates must send their complete files to the Secretariat of the Directorate of Administrative and Financial Affairs during regular administrative hours.

The application file consists of:

• Official application request
• Motivation letter in two copies
• Curriculum vitae in four copies with professional background details
• Complete action plan project in four copies
• Direct supervisor's opinion on the candidate's professional competence
• Digital version of the file in PDF format on electronic media

Selection Process and Competition

After reviewing submitted files, the ministry will announce the list of candidates accepted for selective interviews. These interviews will be conducted before a specialized committee appointed for this purpose, where candidates' leadership and managerial competencies will be evaluated. The date and location of interviews will be announced later according to applicable regulations.

This opportunity represents a professional turning point for cultural field specialists aspiring to hold leadership positions in public administration. Through this announcement, the ministry reflects its commitment to selecting qualified competencies to lead the cultural sector at the regional level, serving national cultural development objectives.