SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE MOROCCAN PUBLIC SECTOR: TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

The public sector is moving towards a managerial approach close to the private sector (New Public Management). Management has moved to a multidimensional vision and global performance. The social responsibility dimension of organisations has become an integral part of the representation of organisations performance. Morocco is taking change into account. It incorporates a good governance approach (Reform of the Constitution 2011) with a series of decisive decisions. The reforms implemented by Morocco lead to the integration of the principles of social responsibility (ISO standards). . The reforms undertaken reflect the environmental, social and economic aspects as an integral part of sustainable development. Morocco’s efforts towards the new global requirements for responsible management are leading to a new governance based on performance and a management based on results. The world is facing a new challenges, Morocco is aiming for a new horizon with major commitments (Agenda 2030). The achievements of this international programme are a continuation and reinforcement of the sustainable development practices already in place. The objective of this article is to determine the importance of social responsibility in the Moroccan public sector? What is the approach towards sustainable development in Morocco?