Rahul Rajakumar

Economic Analyst

Rahul Rajakumar is an Economic Analyst at JAP, where he provides analytical and research support across a range of priority economic reform areas. His work focuses on generating evidence to inform policy design, implementation planning, and decision-making, helping to identify practical pathways for accelerating job creation, private sector development, and inclusive economic growth. He contributes to economic analysis, policy development and stakeholder engagement.

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Alongside his work with JAP, Rahul supports public health policy development in Malaysia and economic empowerment initiatives in Papua New Guinea, contributing research, analysis, and strategic insights to inform policy and programme delivery.

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Prior to joining JAP, Rahul worked as an Economist in the UK Civil Service, where he advised senior policymakers within the Department for Work and Pensions on labour market, welfare, and wider economic policy issues. His work included producing economic analysis, forecasting, and impact assessments to support policy development and decision-making.

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He holds a BSc in Economics from the University of Sussex and an MSc in Local Economic Development from London School of Economics and Political Science.