Chief Agric Officer (Oil Palm)

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Agric Officer (Oil Palm)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor crop health and respond to pest, disease, and nutrient deficiencies with evidence-based interventions.
• Integrate digital tools (GIS, drones, ERP systems) into plantation monitoring and planning.
• Ensure timely harvesting and efficient evacuation of Fresh Fruit Bunches (FFB) to the mill.
• Promote reforestation, biodiversity protection, and sustainable land use.
• Ensure all agricultural practices comply with local environmental regulations.
• Ensure efficient nutrient application and soil improvement strategies.
• Supervise bunch census and provide accurate yield forecasts.
• Design and conduct regular training programs to upgrade team capabilities.
• Formulate and supervise fertilizer programs tailored to field-specific needs.
• Implement sustainable weed control strategies and herbicide safety protocols.
• Supervise use and maintenance of plantation equipment and mechanization tools.
• Lead certification processes and stakeholder audits.
• Manage plantation logistics in coordination with mill and transport teams.
• Design and manage integrated pest and disease control programs.
• Conduct regular soil and leaf sampling and analysis.
• Establish and monitor yield targets per hectare.
• Monitor Labor productivity and enforce HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards.
• Supervise planting programs, spacing, field layout, and plantation maintenance across all estates.
• Plan and maintain field roads, drainage, and other essential infrastructure.
• Develop and implement best-practice agronomic strategies for oil palm cultivation, from nursery to harvest.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in Agriculture, Business Administration,or related field (preferred).
• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, AgricultureEngineering, or related field.

Experience:

• Familiarity with Agricultural industry trends and best practices.
• Must have 10-15 years of experience in Agricultural management.
• Proven track record of success in Agricultural operations.
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams.

Desirable Certifications:

• Certified Crop Advisor(CCA).
• Certified Professional Agronomist(CPA).
• Certified Agricultural Consultant (CAC).
• Other relevant agricultural certifications.