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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical initiatives within their organization. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your preferred location. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello), and a proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to closure. Responsibilities include defining project scope, goals, and deliverables; developing full-scale project plans; managing project budgets; identifying and mitigating risks; and communicating project status effectively to all stakeholders. You will coach and mentor project teams, facilitate team communication, and ensure adherence to Agile principles. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential for success in this role. The ability to build strong relationships, manage conflict, and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders is crucial. As a fully remote employee, you must possess strong self-management skills, excellent time management, and the ability to work independently while fostering a collaborative team environment. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a results-oriented mindset who can navigate challenges and deliver successful project outcomes. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's strategic objectives through effective project delivery. You will be a key player in our remote-first work culture, contributing to our success through your expertise and dedication.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client, a leading innovator in their field, is seeking an experienced Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical projects within their organization. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in Kenya. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. As a Senior Agile Project Manager, you will champion Agile methodologies, fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and adaptability within cross-functional teams. You will facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring effective communication and progress tracking.
Key responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices, and excellent leadership and communication skills. A PMP, CSM, or similar Agile certification is highly desirable. A minimum of 7 years of progressive project management experience is required. This role is based in Thika, Kiambu, KE , but will be performed entirely remotely.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing end-to-end project lifecycles using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Defining project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Developing detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
- Facilitating Agile ceremonies and ensuring adherence to Agile principles.
- Identifying and mitigating project risks and dependencies.
- Managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring clear, consistent communication.
- Coaching and mentoring project team members on Agile best practices.
- Monitoring project progress and providing regular status reports to senior management.
- Ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality project outcomes.
- Driving continuous improvement within project teams and processes.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, a deep understanding of Agile principles and practices, and excellent leadership and communication skills. A PMP, CSM, or similar Agile certification is highly desirable. A minimum of 7 years of progressive project management experience is required. This role is based in Thika, Kiambu, KE , but will be performed entirely remotely.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Senior Agile Project Manager to lead and deliver complex projects within a fully remote setting. This pivotal role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams, driving project execution, and ensuring the timely and within-budget completion of deliverables. The ideal candidate will be adept at fostering collaboration, mitigating risks, and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
As a Senior Agile Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of multiple projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure. You will define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders, develop comprehensive project plans, and manage project budgets and resources effectively. Your ability to anticipate potential problems and proactively implement solutions will be crucial. You will facilitate agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring adherence to agile methodologies and principles. Regular reporting on project status, risks, and issues to senior leadership will be a key responsibility. The ability to mentor and guide junior project team members is also highly valued.
We are looking for a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering) or equivalent practical experience. A Master's degree and PMP or Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, PSM) are strongly preferred. You should possess at least 7-10 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant portion spent managing complex IT or business transformation projects using agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a deep understanding of project management software and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project). Proven experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams is a must. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively, will set you apart. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects, all from the convenience of your home office in or around **Mlolongo, Machakos, KE**.
As a Senior Agile Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of multiple projects, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, control, and closure. You will define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders, develop comprehensive project plans, and manage project budgets and resources effectively. Your ability to anticipate potential problems and proactively implement solutions will be crucial. You will facilitate agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring adherence to agile methodologies and principles. Regular reporting on project status, risks, and issues to senior leadership will be a key responsibility. The ability to mentor and guide junior project team members is also highly valued.
We are looking for a candidate with a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering) or equivalent practical experience. A Master's degree and PMP or Agile certifications (e.g., CSM, PSM) are strongly preferred. You should possess at least 7-10 years of progressive experience in project management, with a significant portion spent managing complex IT or business transformation projects using agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban. Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential, as is a deep understanding of project management software and tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project). Proven experience working in a fully remote environment and managing distributed teams is a must. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively, will set you apart. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects, all from the convenience of your home office in or around **Mlolongo, Machakos, KE**.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Agile Project Manager to join their dynamic and fully remote team. This role is critical in driving the successful execution of complex projects across various departments, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and adherence to Agile principles. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in Agile methodologies, excellent leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in a virtual environment. This position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, provided you have a reliable internet connection and can effectively collaborate with colleagues globally.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple concurrent projects using Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Collaborate closely with product owners, development teams, and stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, developing mitigation strategies and ensuring timely resolution.
- Track project progress, performance, and resource allocation using relevant metrics and tools.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting continuous improvement and adherence to Agile best practices.
- Communicate project status, key milestones, and potential roadblocks effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members on Agile methodologies and project management techniques.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the organization's project management processes and methodologies.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and build strong relationships to ensure alignment and buy-in.
- Facilitate effective remote collaboration and communication within distributed teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile environments.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Professional (CSP), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
- Proven experience leading successful Agile transformations or implementing Agile practices within organizations.
- Strong understanding of Agile principles, values, and various Agile frameworks.
- Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects with distributed teams.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Proficiency in project management software such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or Trello.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize tasks in a remote setting.
- Demonstrated ability to build consensus and drive decision-making.
- Experience in facilitating remote workshops and meetings effectively.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and certified Senior Agile Project Manager to lead complex technology projects. In this hybrid role, you will be instrumental in guiding project teams through the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and timeline. You will foster an agile environment, promoting collaboration, continuous improvement, and effective communication among team members and stakeholders. Your expertise in agile methodologies, risk management, and stakeholder engagement will be critical to the success of high-impact initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple complex projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope definition, resource allocation, budget management, and timeline development.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders, ensuring clear and consistent communication.
- Coach and mentor project teams on agile principles and best practices.
- Track project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure the quality of project deliverables and adherence to organizational standards.
- Manage project budgets effectively and report on financial status.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes and methodologies.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 4 years in an Agile environment.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification required; PMP certification is a plus.
- Proven experience in managing software development projects, ideally in (mention relevant industry, e.g., FinTech, E-commerce).
- Strong understanding of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and various project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and motivate individuals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in managing remote and distributed teams is highly desirable.
- Ability to work effectively in both remote and in-office settings.
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Job Description
Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Agile Project Manager to oversee complex projects within their technology division. This is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while driving critical initiatives forward. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), a strong understanding of software development lifecycles, and a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, budgets, and timelines. You will be responsible for ensuring successful project delivery, from initiation to closure, by fostering collaboration, removing impediments, and driving continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Develop detailed project plans, scope documents, and timelines, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies.
- Effectively communicate project status, progress, and risks to stakeholders at all levels.
- Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure projects are delivered within financial constraints.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, empowering team members and resolving conflicts.
- Ensure adherence to project management best practices and quality standards.
- Work closely with product owners, development teams, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and priorities.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimize processes and team performance.
- Mentor junior project managers and team members on Agile principles and practices.
- Utilize project management software and tools to track progress and manage resources.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in project management, with a minimum of 5 years focused on Agile methodologies.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software development projects.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing remote teams and facilitating virtual collaboration.
- Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage change effectively and drive adoption of new processes.
- Experience working with distributed teams across different time zones.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client, a fast-paced technology firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Agile Project Manager to lead complex software development projects. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work collaboratively with distributed teams. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions. Your duties will include defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables; managing project budgets and resources; and facilitating sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. You will work closely with product owners, development teams, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing multiple software development projects from inception to completion. Strong understanding of Agile principles, Scrum, Kanban, and other relevant frameworks is essential. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills are required. Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, or Asana is a must. You should possess a PMP, CSM, or CSPO certification. This role requires an individual who is adept at managing risks, identifying dependencies, and proactively addressing impediments to ensure project success. The ability to foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment in a remote setting is crucial. We are looking for a strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills and a passion for delivering innovative technology solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of significant projects and contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization, all within a flexible remote work structure. This role is part of our operational network in Nairobi, Nairobi, KE , but is entirely remote.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client, a leading technology solutions provider, is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Agile Project Manager to lead a fully remote project team. This is an exciting opportunity to manage complex software development projects from initiation to completion, leveraging agile methodologies in a dynamic, distributed environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects while fostering collaboration and ensuring successful delivery of high-quality software products.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives for remote teams.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies in a distributed setting.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing remote team environment, promoting open communication and continuous improvement.
- Track project progress, manage stakeholder expectations, and provide regular status updates.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with product owners, development teams, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members on Agile principles and practices.
- Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes and tools for remote operations.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile software development projects.
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager for complex software projects.
- Strong understanding of Agile frameworks, principles, and best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, essential for managing remote teams.
- Proficiency in project management software such as Jira, Asana, Trello, or similar.
- Experience with risk management, stakeholder management, and change management.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fully remote setting.
- Relevant certifications such as PMP, CSM, or SAFe are highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client is seeking a seasoned and dynamic Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical projects within their expanding portfolio. This is a fully remote, full-time position, offering the flexibility to manage complex initiatives from anywhere. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and a proven track record of successfully delivering software development, product, and cross-functional projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within scope, while ensuring excellent quality. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. You will also define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. As a Senior Agile Project Manager, you will mentor junior project managers, foster a collaborative team environment, and drive continuous improvement in project management practices. The ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, manage risks and issues proactively, and adapt to changing priorities is essential. This role is entirely remote, requiring excellent virtual communication and collaboration skills. You will utilize a suite of digital tools to manage projects, track progress, and facilitate team coordination. While the role is remote, the projects managed will often have connections to the company's operational and development hubs, such as **Thika, Kiambu, KE**. You will be a key driver in ensuring successful project outcomes and contributing to the strategic success of our client.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects using Agile methodologies.
- Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, developing mitigation strategies.
- Communicate project status, updates, and key decisions to stakeholders at all levels.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with project teams, stakeholders, and vendors.
- Mentor and coach project team members and junior project managers.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices throughout the project lifecycle.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and team performance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years specifically in Agile environments.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale software development or technology projects.
- Expertise in Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe.
- Strong understanding of project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Microsoft Project).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
- PMP, CSM, or similar project management certifications are highly preferred.
- Ability to foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
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Senior Agile Project Manager
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Our client is looking for a seasoned and highly motivated Senior Agile Project Manager to lead complex projects within a dynamic and innovative environment. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from your home office, while initially connecting with our operations in Nairobi, Nairobi, KE . The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams, delivering projects on time and within budget, and fostering a collaborative, agile culture. You will be responsible for guiding project planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring adherence to agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban. Your role will involve stakeholder management, risk assessment and mitigation, resource allocation, and ensuring clear communication channels across all project participants. You will facilitate agile ceremonies, coach teams on agile best practices, and continuously drive process improvements. This position requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to navigate challenging project landscapes. Experience with various project management tools and techniques is essential. You will be instrumental in ensuring the successful adoption and application of agile principles throughout the project lifecycle. A key aspect of this role is managing expectations, resolving conflicts, and ensuring alignment between business objectives and project deliverables. The ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements while maintaining project momentum is paramount. You will be a key contributor to the strategic planning and execution of our client's most critical initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects using agile methodologies.
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, retrospectives).
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources effectively.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels.
- Coach and mentor project teams on agile best practices and principles.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement of project management processes.
- Ensure successful adoption and integration of agile practices within the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years specifically in an agile environment.
- Proven experience managing complex projects with cross-functional teams.
- Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and project management frameworks (e.g., PMI, SAFe).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
- Ability to work independently and effectively manage projects in a remote setting.
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