Land Acquisition Officer

Job Summary

• The Land Acquisition Officer is responsible for identifying, assessing, acquiring, and managing land assets to support the company's investment and property development objectives. The role involves conducting field inspections, evaluating land suitability, maintaining land records, and identifying profitable opportunities for utilizing large acres of land. The officer will explore viable land-use options, including agriculture, forestry, land banking, and other suitable commercial ventures, to maximize land value and generate revenue for the company.

Educational Requirements

• Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or HND in any of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Agricultural Science, Zoology, Forestry, Environmental Science, History or has a SSCE result

Candidate Requirements

• Must be a fresh graduate or young graduate seeking an entry-level career opportunity.
• Must demonstrate a strong interest in land acquisition, land management, agriculture, environmental resources, or property investment.
• Must be willing to travel for field inspections and work in different locations.
• Strong research, analytical, documentation, and report-writing skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, and make practical recommendations.
• Must be proactive, trustworthy, resourceful, and willing to learn.
• Knowledge of land valuation, agriculture, environmental management, or commercial land use is an added advantage but not mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and source suitable land opportunities for acquisition in line with the company's investment objectives.
• Conduct field inspections to assess land size, location, accessibility, terrain, soil conditions, vegetation, and development potential.
• Support the acquisition process by liaising with landowners, community representatives, agents, and relevant stakeholders.
• Coordinate land ownership verification, boundary surveys, title checks, and legal due diligence with the relevant departments.
• Maintain accurate records of acquired lands, including acreage, location, ownership documentation, current use, and acquisition status.
• Manage and monitor the company's land bank to ensure proper documentation, protection, and effective utilization of land assets.
• Identify commercially viable uses for acquired land, including agricultural production, forestry, agroforestry, land banking, leasing, and other suitable investment opportunities.
• Conduct preliminary research on soil suitability, crop potential, environmental conditions, and other factors that influence land productivity and profitability.
• Develop proposals for converting underutilized land into productive assets that can generate income and increase company value.
• Monitor land conditions and identify encroachment, unauthorized occupation, boundary disputes, and other risks requiring management attention.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Survey, Business Development, and other relevant departments to evaluate acquisition costs, investment feasibility, and potential returns.
• Prepare site assessment reports, land utilization proposals, cost estimates, and periodic updates on land acquisition and development opportunities.
• Monitor approved land-use projects and report progress, challenges, expenditure, and potential returns to management.