Agile Project Manager/Scrum Master at DeARX Services (Pty) Ltd

We are seeking highly experienced Agile Project Managers/ Scrum Masters to fill various positions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, Agile frameworks (such as Scrum or Kanban), and experience with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage Agile projects within the banking domain, ensuring successful project delivery while adhering to Agile principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and product owners to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Apply Agile methodologies to plan, execute, and monitor project activities, including creating and maintaining project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach and mentor team members on Agile practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, dependencies, and obstacles, ensuring timely resolution to minimize impact on project timelines and deliverables.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and report project progress, providing regular updates to stakeholders and management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommended actions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, tools, and techniques related to Agile project management and the banking domain and apply that knowledge to enhance project delivery.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding and practical application of Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban.
• Familiarity with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and experience in implementing SAFe in large-scale projects.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Solid organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, coupled with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Agilist (SA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) are highly desirable.