The contingent Determinants of Organizational Performance of Moroccan Local Authorities: An exploratory Qualitative Study

Abstract

In recent years, Moroccan local governments have experienced significant reforms within the framework of the administrative deconcentration process and the modernization of public administration. The objective behind these undertaken reforms is to improve and strengthen the performance of management and public administration. In this context, this article presents the results of an exploratory qualitative study aimed at identifying and understanding the contingent determinants of organizational performance of Moroccan local authorities. A literature review on the factors influencing the organizational performance of local authorities allowed us to highlight the themes to be addressed during the semi-structured interviews conducted with officials operating in the territorial environment. The findings highlight the importance of managerial and human factors, namely the relational capacity of the territorial management controller, the involvement of stakeholders, and the positive involvement of the leader of the local authority.