Fez, one of the oldest cities of the Arab-Muslim world, is Morocco’s spiritual and cultural capital. Its labour market blends a deep craft heritage with a diversified industrial base and a major university pole anchored by Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University and Euromed University of Fez.
Economic weight
Capital of the Fès-Meknès region, Fez has several industrial zones (Aïn Chkef, Sidi Brahim, Bensouda) and is attracting investment in automotive, agri-food and textiles. The Ras El Ma industrial park offers plots for export industry.
Hiring sectors
- Crafts and art industries (metalwork, tanning, pottery, ceramics, zellige);
- Industry (agri-food, textiles, electrical components);
- Healthcare (CHU Hassan II teaching hospital);
- Higher education and research;
- Cultural tourism around the UNESCO-listed medina;
- Local retail and services.
Common roles
- production and maintenance technicians;
- quality and methods engineers;
- doctors and hospital staff;
- academics and researchers;
- tour guides and hospitality staff;
- skilled craftspeople and workshop managers;
- accountants and office staff.
Resources
- ANAPEC Fez (Atlas, Batha, Saïss offices);
- ENSA Fez, ENSAM Meknès and EST Fez for technical training;
- Chamber of Crafts for traditional trades.