Role: Consultant
Employer: CRA Global Development
Nationality: Gabonese
Profile Summary:
Ms. Ariane Ephemia Ndzignat Mouteyica is a distinguished economist and credit analyst with a robust background in development economics and macroeconomic research. With a PhD in Economics from the University of Johannesburg, she brings a wealth of expertise in economic modeling, sovereign risk analysis, and credit rating systems. Her career spans academia and consultancy, where she has combined rigorous research with practical applications to drive impactful economic projects across emerging markets.
Educational Background:
- PhD in Economics – University of Johannesburg, South Africa (2023)
- Master of Commerce in Development Economics – University of Johannesburg, South Africa (2017)
- Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Economics – University of Johannesburg, South Africa (2014)
Key Professional Training:
- Macroeconomic Modelling Workshop – African Development Bank Group (2020)
- Research Econometrics Workshop – Johannesburg, South Africa (2019)
- Survey Data Analysis using Stata – Johannesburg, South Africa (2017)
- Time Series Data Analysis using Eviews – Johannesburg, South Africa (2017)
Languages:
- French: Fluent in speaking, reading, and writing
- English: Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing
Professional Experience:
- CRA Global Development (2021 – Present)
Economic Analyst- Contributed to the Global Survey of SME Credit Rating Agencies, a project commissioned by the World Bank/IFC.
- Played a pivotal role in assisting the Nigerian government through SMEDAN to establish the world’s largest SME Grading System.
- Conducted economic research on sovereign states with a focus on credit ratings and sovereign risk.
- Delivered analyses of macroeconomic trends and their financial market implications, advising on strategies to optimize sovereign metrics.
- Presented findings to clients and stakeholders, providing actionable insights into credit and economic development.
- University of Johannesburg (2017 – Present)
Assistant Researcher / Administrative Assistant- Supported research initiatives in the Department of Economics, including data collection, analysis, and report preparation.
- Assisted in the publication of research papers and coordinated logistics for various academic projects.
- University of Johannesburg (2014 – 2016)
Tutor- Taught undergraduate courses in macroeconomics, microeconomics, and French.
- Provided academic support to students, fostering a strong foundation in economic principles and language proficiency.
Areas of Expertise:
- Macroeconomic modeling and econometric analysis
- Credit risk assessment for sovereign and quasi-government entities
- SME grading systems and development-focused economic research
- Data-driven policy recommendations and stakeholder engagement
Notable Projects:
- Played an instrumental role in the development of Nigeria’s public sector SME grading system, a groundbreaking initiative to support SME growth and financial inclusion.
- Conducted a comprehensive survey on SME credit rating agencies globally, providing critical insights for international financial institutions.
Dr. Mouteyica’s combination of academic excellence, professional experience, and multilingual proficiency positions her as a key contributor to economic development and credit rating advancements in emerging markets.
