Job Title: GIS Expert – Oil Palm Farm
Location: Ore, Ondo
Job Type: Full-time
About SAO Group:
SAO Group is one of Africa’s leading Social Impact Investment and Advisory firm operating exclusively in the agriculture sector across Africa, particularly in Nigeria. We are seeking to create positive economic impact and long-term value for private investors from the project planning to commissioning stage executed by carefully selected experts specific to each project and business unit within the Group.
We are a firm with a national and global outlook that focuses on the strategic development of transformational projects that create a sustainable economic impact for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work.
Job Summary:
- The GIS Expert will utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) technology to optimize the use of land, boosting productivity, and supporting decision-making for the oil palm farm.
- Spatial data collection, mapping, analysis, and interpretation to improve farm management and sustainability are involved in the job.
Key Responsibilities:
GIS Data Collection & Management:
- Acquire, store, and preserve geospatial information on land use, soil status, water availability, and vegetation cover.
- Develop and maintain a GIS database for farm operations.
Mapping & Spatial Analysis:
- Create high-quality maps for plantation planning, irrigation, pest control, and harvesting schedules.
- Perform spatial analysis to identify suitable planting areas and monitor farm expansion.
Land & Environmental Management:
- Conduct soil and topographical analysis to guide land preparation and fertilizer application.
- Assess environmental impacts and ensure sustainable land use practices.
Integration with Farm Operations:
- Work closely with agronomists, engineers, and farm managers to integrate GIS technology into daily operations.
- Provide training to field staff on GIS applications and usage.
Reporting & Decision Support:
- Generate GIS-based reports and recommendations for farm optimization.
- Support management in making data-driven decisions for improved productivity and cost efficiency.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, Geography, Environmental Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in GIS applications within the agriculture sector.
- Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, ERDAS Imagine, etc.).
- Experience with drone technology, GPS mapping, and remote sensing techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of oil palm plantation management is an added advantage.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Skills & Competencies:
- Expertise in geospatial data analysis and mapping.
- Strong understanding of soil and crop monitoring techniques.
- Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills.
- Familiarity with machine learning applications in agriculture is a plus.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs and Cover Letters to: info@saoagro.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.
