Karimah Mohammed
San Juan
Summary
Adept Economist with a proven track record at Justin Ram Advisory Services Limited, excelling in econometric analysis and policy analysis. Spearheaded climate financing initiatives, enhancing macroeconomic strategies for Government Agencies with a blend of analytical problem-solving and effective data visualization. Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams, improving decision-making processes and fostering collaborative learning environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Economist
Justin Ram Advisory Services Limited
04.2023 - Current
- Expert speaker on economic issues and climate financing at the Annual conference for Caribbean Association of Banks.
- Generated, analyzed and reported data to forecast market trends and explain economic phenomena to assist Global Affairs Canada to engage efficiently in the Caribbean region.
- Contributed to the establishment and implementation of the Pacific Islands Programmatic Approach to Climate Financing
- Designed and improved models to further strengthen macroeconomic analysis for Premiere of Turks and Caicos and Global Affairs Canada.
- Sole data analyst for JRAS and tasked with the responsibility to model economic and social indicators into comprehensive reports to assist stakeholders make informed decisions.
- Used mathematical formulas, statistical models and analytical techniques to assess information.
- Spearheaded initiatives to address the implementation gaps for the CRRF by conducting comprehensive analyses on disaster recovery and ex-ante issues affecting the region and recommending targeted institution options, governance structure and regional response mechanisms.
Treasury Professional
Ansa Merchant Bank Limited
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Ensured compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements in all treasury activities.
- Developed and delivered treasury-related training programs for finance professionals across the organization, promoting best practices in cash management, risk mitigation, and compliance.
- Coordinated closely with tax department on repatriation strategies, minimizing tax implications on international cash transfers.
- Lead liaison between Trinidad and Tobago and Barbados offices.
- Assisted management with ALCO and Managing Director's Report.
Guest Lecturer
University Of The West Indies St.Augustine
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted Prof Moawia Alghalith with the delivery of lectures for the Masters Program in Financial Economics.
- Taught specific lectures on Inflation for the MSc Macroeconomics course and Financial Modelling for MSc Advanced Financial Economics course.
- Utilized multimedia tools to supplement lectures, enhancing visual appeal and facilitating deeper understanding of key concepts.
Clerical Officer
Republic Bank Limited
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Assisted the International Settlements team with outgoing and incoming wires while ensuring the smooth transition for the EC Islands upon acquisition.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both external clients and internal staff, addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
Research Economist
University Of The West Indies St.Augustine
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Worked alongside Dr. Marlene Attzs and Mrs. Maharaj to create the mathematical model for taxes and subsidies for the revised water pollution laws of Trinidad and Tobago.
Economics Tutor
University Of The West Indies
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Stayed up-to-date on developments in the field of economics through regular professional development opportunities and self-directed learning efforts as it relates to microeconomics, mathematical methods for economics and statistical methods.
- Facilitated group study sessions, promoting collaborative learning and fostering a sense of community among economics students.
- Supported student success by offering additional resources such as supplementary readings, online tools, and useful websites related to course content.
Education
Master of Science - Financial Economics
University of The West Indies
St Augustine Campus12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Economics Major, Environmental Economics Minor
University of The West Indies
St Augustine Campus 07.2018
Skills
- Policy analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Demand-Supply Analysis
- Econometric Analysis
- Quantitative Research
- Forecasting skills
- Data Visualization and Presentations
- Data Analysis
- Python Programming
- Excel Functions
Certification
- Corporate Finance Institute Data Science Specialization
- Fitch Learning Environmental Social Governance Specialization
Timeline
Economist
Justin Ram Advisory Services Limited
04.2023 - Current
Guest Lecturer
University Of The West Indies St.Augustine
01.2023 - 06.2023
Treasury Professional
Ansa Merchant Bank Limited
08.2021 - 10.2023
Economics Tutor
University Of The West Indies
09.2018 - 06.2019
Clerical Officer
Republic Bank Limited
08.2018 - 08.2021
Research Economist
University Of The West Indies St.Augustine
04.2018 - 11.2019
Master of Science - Financial Economics
University of The West Indies
Bachelor of Science - Economics Major, Environmental Economics Minor
University of The West Indies
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