Lerato Mofolo

A dependable professional who is prepared to confront challenges by utilizing task prioritization and problem-solving abilities to assist the team in achieving success. Excellent at identifying and resolving issues and developing effective solutions. Proficient in both written and verbal communication, with a proven track record of establishing positive relationships and surpassing objectives.

Successful in the application of analytical thinking skills to inform risk strategies and investment decisions. Three (3) years of experience in macroeconomics and Statistics, as well as six (6) years of experience in Production Economics and Marketing, with a comprehensive understanding of project management, public administration, and business development support. Three (3) months in the role of an assistant director in the compilation of economic reports (acting).

Acting Assistant Director: Agricultural Economist Statistician at Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development & Land Reform (2026-01 – Present)

• Conduct research through gathering, organizing, and verifying agricultural production, market, and environmental data
• Prepare technical reports and statistical summaries for decision-makers, including farmers
• Provide statistical and economic advice to farmers, cooperatives, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance and quality assurance on statistical reporting

Agricultural Economist Senior at Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development & Land Reform (2019-07 – Present)

Seeking career growth

• Responsible for producing specialized agricultural economics support to individuals, projects, and ensuring financial development.
• Identify training needs and build capacity through workshops for various commodity producers.
• Engaging and maintaining relationships with various departmental stakeholders for process improvements.
• Analyzed data and statistics relevant to demand and price forecast to mitigate enterprise risks.
• Compiled and analyzed data, including statutes, decisions and codes in the Agricultural sector.
• Working with various stakeholders such as SEDA, SEFA, and NYDA in the support of the development of producers in the province.
• Working with industry partners in the developmental goals of AgriBEE
• Representing the Province at the national marketing forum.
• Review the outcome of the Policy, Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation (PPME) that necessitates the programmes attention
• Developed business plans for funding, Profitability projections and the viability of the business venture.

Agricultural Economist Intern at Department of Agriculture, Land Reform & Rural development (2016-04 – 2019-06)

• Responsible for financial record-keeping training to farmers
• Facilitated the Agri-BEE Provincial structure for Agrarian developmental transformation
• Conducted and facilitated capacity building programmes
• Promoted the establishment of sustainable production unit, and involved in the development and maintenance of economic and data models.
• Articulated complex matters in easy language for non-technical stakeholders.

Service Consultant at CAPITEC BANK LIMITED (2014-09 – 2015-10)

• Determining client financial viability and doing a full credit assessment
• Facilitated efficient flow of customer service on a day-to day
• Facilitating client relationship to build loyalty
• Identifying opportunities to up sell and to offer information on other bank products
• Doing telemarketing and courtesy calls to bring feet in the branch

Master of Laws in Environmental Law – University of the Free State (2026-01)

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in Administrative Law, Professional Ethics, Law of Persons – UNISA (2025-06 – 2025-06)

Post Graduate Certificate in Education in Training Facilitation – University of the Free State (2016-12 – 2016-12)

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Com in Agricultural Economics: Business Management & Financial Management – University of the Free State (2012-12 – 2012-12)