Jagannath Rao

Senior Economic Specialist , Embassy of the United States of America

New Delhi, India

A economic policy and advocacy specialist with over 15 years of experience, with an extensive network of government and private sector contacts in financial services, infrastructure, civil aviation and retail industry.
Skills include: Analytical report writing, policy advocacy, program management, event management, visit coordination, public speaking and strategic communication.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
  • Government, Governance, Reforms
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
  • Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
Professional Experience:

As an integral member of the Economics Team at the U.S. Embassy, I analyze and report on domestic and international economic developments and more specifically on Indian government's policies. My work profile also includes closely interacting with Government of India officials at various levels starting from a Deputy Director to a Joint Secretary and senior opinion former's from think tanks and media.
My work entails me to:
•Develop strong links with key Indian policy makers
• Collaborate with government officials to develop policy positions
• Prepare research papers on macroeconomic developments in India
• Manage events, including with partner organizations, to promote US economic priorities with India

Education:

Masters in Economics, 1993, Nagpur University, Maharashtra, India. Secured 62 percent. Dissertation topic: Comparison of Working of Capital Markets in India and China

Affiliations and Achievements:

Am associated with the Sri Satya Sai Seva Organisation, a voluntary non-profit organisation. We undertake educational and medical activities for underprivileged folks on weekends.

Available for:

  • Job opportunities
  • Being headhunted – make me an offer

Years of Experience:

15-20 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, Hindi, Marathi, Telugu

Nationality:

India

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