Jared Dent

Jared Dent is an accomplished economist with extensive experience in policy analysis and research within various Australian government agencies. Currently serving as an Assistant Commissioner and Research Manager at the Productivity Commission since January 2021, Jared led the team that produced the influential "Wealth Transfers and their Economic Effects" research paper in December 2021. Previous roles include Director at the Australian Public Service Commission, where Jared focused on gender bias in promotions, and Research Manager at the Productivity Commission, contributing to key inquiries related to veterans and workforce development. With prior positions at the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the Reserve Bank of Australia, and Commonwealth Treasury, Jared possesses robust expertise in economic analysis, forecasting, and policy advisement. An academic background includes a PhD in Economics from The Australian National University, supported by additional degrees in Environmental and Resource Economics, and dual disciplines of Political Science and Government, History, and Environmental Science.