Dr Malik Doka Morjan, PhD.
Associate Professor | Wildlife Biologist | Conservation Scientist | Environmental Governance Leader
Dr Malik Doka Morjan is a distinguished South Sudanese wildlife biologist and conservation scientist with extensive experience in wildlife conservation, environmental management, academic leadership, and public sector governance. He currently serves as Associate Professor and Dean of the School of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies at the University of Juba.
He holds a PhD in Environmental Conservation, an MSc in Conservation Biology, and a BSc in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies. His academic and professional work has made significant contributions to conservation research, university teaching, postgraduate supervision, and the development of conservation science in South Sudan and the wider region.
Dr Malik has also served as Undersecretary in the Ministry of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism in the Republic of South Sudan, where he contributed to environmental governance, institutional leadership, and national wildlife conservation policy. His work reflects a strong commitment to biodiversity protection, sustainable natural resource management, and capacity building in conservation practice.
Educational Qualifications
- PhD in Environmental Conservation.
- MSc in Conservation Biology.
- BSc in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies.
Academic Leadership & Teaching
- Associate Professor, University of Juba.
- Dean, School of Natural Resources and Environmental Studies, University of Juba.
- Extensive experience in teaching, research, training, and academic mentorship in conservation sciences.
- Supervision of postgraduate studies in environmental conservation, wildlife management, and natural resources studies.
Research & Conservation Work
- Wildlife conservation and biodiversity protection.
- Environmental conservation and sustainable natural resource management.
- Wildlife management, ecological research, and conservation capacity building.
- Published scholarship and active participation in specialist conservation networks and professional groups.
Public Service & Environmental Governance
- Former Undersecretary, Ministry of Wildlife Conservation and Tourism, Republic of South Sudan.
- Leadership experience in environmental governance, wildlife conservation policy, and institutional development.
- Contribution to national and regional efforts aimed at strengthening wildlife protection and conservation systems.
Recognition
Dr Malik gained wider international recognition after receiving the Emerging Explorers Award from the National Geographic Society in 2009 for his work in South Sudan’s wildlife conservation.