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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: GIS Expert

Location: Ore, Ondo
Job Type: Full time

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Who You Are

• 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.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.