His research focuses on the economics of foreign aid and is greatly known for investigating aid in relation to sovereignty. Jones’ unique quantitative and qualitative approaches toward aid, poverty, and sovereignty demonstrate his influence in the international community. He has previously served in the Ministry of Planning and Development for the Government of Mozambique for seven years and has vast experience researching policy, macroeconomics, finance, and planning development. He has also worked for the Danish Institute for International Studies, international refugee NGOs, and the Financial Services Authority in London.