Sabiha Subah Mohona
Washington D.C.,DC
Summary
Experienced professional with a robust background in data analysis, visualization, and collaborative team projects. Proficient in conducting comprehensive statistical analysis and generating insightful reports across diverse economic themes. Demonstrated ability to contribute to high-impact publications and strategic initiatives, adaptable and dependable in fast-paced, complex environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Analyst
International Monetary Fund
05.2021 - Current
- Co-authored research papers addressing key global issues, including a Selected Issues Paper on gender and labor markets in Kosovo, a departmental paper on long-term fiscal spending pressures in Europe, and a departmental paper on climate change policy spillovers.
- Collaborated on data analysis and visualization for two Regional Economic Outlook publications and contributed comprehensive insights to 11 Article IV Staff Reports across three countries, enhancing the understanding of economic landscapes.
- Developed and maintained data visualization tools to communicate model results to economists. Assist Economists with forecasting macroeconomic indicators.
- Provided analytical support to Fiscal working group. Designed and implemented a user-friendly and versatile chart tool to streamline data visualization for Long-term Fiscal pressure analysis in EU.
- Streamlined internal workflows by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting tasks.
- Mentored new hires during their onboarding period leading them towards successful integration into the team.
Teaching Assistant
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Designed comprehensive lesson plans to enhance students' grasp of International Monetary Theory, enriching the academic curriculum.
- Mentored students via office hours and tutorial sessions
- Checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades according to university standards
Analyst
RockCreek Investment Group
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Directed research and analytical projects focusing on sustainable investment innovations, influencing investment strategies.
- Headed the Data Anomaly project, leading a team to critically assess and elevate data quality across systems.
- Co-ordinated the development of client meeting materials, offering strategic insights on economy and investment portfolio performance.
- Strategized with Portfolio Managers on cash management by providing critical updates and recommendations on cash management initiatives.
- Streamlined reporting procedures by creating user-friendly dashboards for easy access to key performance indicators.
Consultant
The World Bank
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Executed comprehensive data cleaning, formatting, and analysis of firm-level datasets from Bangladesh to drive insights for a policy note on the impact of foreign direct investment, with an emphasis on gender-specific outcomes within the region.
- Directed in-depth analysis of GDP forecast errors, leveraging real-time databases and cutting-edge statistical tools to extract actionable insights.
- Conducted analyses of fiscal decentralization in Afghanistan and the broader South Asia region, significantly contributing to the Fall 2019 South Asia Economic Focus report.
Research Analyst
The World Bank (Macroeconomics, Trade and Investment Global Practice)
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Designed and curated a comprehensive economic database for Bangladesh, enhancing data accessibility and reliability for stakeholders.
- Developed and implemented an econometric model in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and PRI, influencing national tax policy.
- Led the drafting process of the Monthly Economic Brief, providing critical economic insights to senior management and The World Bank country office.
- Contributed to the macroeconomic forecasting process for the Bangladesh Development Updates and enhanced expertise through specialized training on macro-forecasting models at the World Bank's New Delhi office.
Education
Master of Arts - International Economics and International Relations, Quantitative Methods and Economic Theory
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Mathematics
Asian University For Women (AUW)
05.2016
Skills
- Data analytics
- Economic Modeling
- Stata, EViews
- R
- Data Visualization tools: Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Power BI
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SQL Programming
- MATLAB
Accomplishments
Achieved "Outstanding" Performance Rating in the most recent annual review, reflecting exceptional contributions and commitment to excellence in IMF Europe Department.
Publications
- Cevik, S., et al., "Climate Change Mitigation and Policy Spillovers in the EU's Immediate Neighborhood", IMF Working Paper, No. 23/246, Washington, DC, USA, 2023
- Ahmed, Meherun, Chowdhury, Iftekhar Uddin Ahmed, Mohona, Sabiha Subah, "Access to Credits and Erosive or Non-erosive Coping Strategies: An Empirical Analysis in Bangladesh", Eurasian Journal of Business and Economics, 10, 19, 1-18, 05/01/2017
Certification
Certification in Reproducible Research Fundamentals
The World Bank
Languages
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Limited Working
Urdu
Limited Working
Arabic
Elementary
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
Timeline
Research Analyst
International Monetary Fund
05.2021 - Current
Analyst
RockCreek Investment Group
10.2020 - 04.2021
Consultant
The World Bank
06.2019 - 05.2020
Teaching Assistant
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
02.2019 - 05.2021
Research Analyst
The World Bank (Macroeconomics, Trade and Investment Global Practice)
06.2016 - 06.2018
Certification in Reproducible Research Fundamentals
The World Bank
Master of Arts - International Economics and International Relations, Quantitative Methods and Economic Theory
Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS)
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Mathematics
Asian University For Women (AUW)
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