Martin Faki

MPS Class of 2024, Global Development

Grand challenge: Interdisciplinary and engaged learning for the preparation of sustainable development professionals

Connect: mf774 [at] cornell.edu (mf774[at]cornell[dot]edu)

Martin Faki is a graduate of the Master of Professional Studies in Global Development program at Cornell University in the United States. He boasts over twelve years of development-related experience and has dedicated his career to teaching and working in collaborating with both national and international NGOs in South Sudan. His work has involved partnerships with prominent international organizations including IOM, WFP, USAID, UNDP, FAO, IADC, and UNICEF.

Before joining Cornell, Martin served as an Education Project Officer at the Education Foundation Organization in South Sudan. In this role, he focused on enhancing access to education and social services, prioritizing the well-being of the community. Martin's professional background also includes a role as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Bahr Ghazal in the Department of Rural Development. Additionally, he contributed to the development of small businesses in South Sudan by serving as a mentor. Martin earned an honors degree in Community Studies and Rural Development, specializing in Social Work from the University of Juba's Department of Community Studies.