GIS Expert at SAO Agro - SAO Group

SAO Agro, a subsidiary of SAO Group, is dedicated to transforming the Nigerian agricultural landscape. We focus on key areas like oil palm, poultry, fisheries, and cash crops, applying innovative practices to ensure sustainable and profitable production. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: GIS Expert

Location: Ore, Ondo
Job type: Full-time
Company: SAO Agro

Description

• Are you a GIS whiz with a passion for agriculture? Do you thrive using spatial data to solve problems and drive innovation? If so, SAO Agro, a leading player in Africa’s agricultural revolution, seeks a passionate GIS Expert to join our dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive GIS strategy to support SAO Agro’s agricultural activities.
• Utilize GIS software to collect, analyze, and visualize spatial data related to soil types, crop health, weather patterns, and land use.
• Create high-quality maps and reports to communicate complex spatial information to stakeholders.
• Identify and implement innovative GIS solutions to optimize farm operations, improve resource allocation, and enhance yield potential.
• Collaborate with farm and plantation managers, field staff, and other departments to leverage GIS data for informed decision-making.
• Maintain and update spatial databases, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest GIS technologies and trends, recommending and implementing new tools and approaches.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Geography, Environmental Science, GIS, or a related field is preferred.
• A GIS professional with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in an agricultural or environmental setting.
• Proven experience in using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) for data collection, analysis, and visualization.
• Strong understanding of spatial data concepts, geospatial analysis techniques, and remote sensing applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate complex spatial data into actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
• A problem-solving mindset and a passion for applying GIS technology to real-world agricultural challenges.

Bonus Points:

• Experience with drone technology and aerial imagery analysis in an agricultural setting.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume and Cover Letter to: info@saoagro.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.