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Senior Agile Project Manager, Digital Transformation
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and dynamic Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical digital transformation initiatives. This is a 100% remote role, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere in Kenya while playing a key role in shaping our client's technological future. 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. Your leadership will be instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency across various departments.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple cross-functional project teams throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
- Ensure effective communication and stakeholder management, providing regular updates to senior leadership and relevant parties.
- Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to optimize project processes and team performance.
- Champion agile methodologies and best practices, coaching teams on their adoption and adherence.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required for project success.
- Oversee budget adherence and financial reporting for assigned projects.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, even in a remote setting.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on agile methodologies and digital transformation projects.
- Proven experience in leading complex, large-scale projects from inception to successful delivery.
- Strong understanding of various agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and their practical application.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
- Demonstrated ability to manage project risks, issues, and changes effectively.
- PMP, CSM, CSPO, or similar certifications are highly desirable.
- Experience in managing remote teams and distributed workforces.
- A strategic mindset with a strong problem-solving aptitude.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Digital Transformation
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client, a leading technology solutions provider, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Agile Project Manager to spearhead complex digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote, permanent position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within Kenya, though the role has a virtual presence associated with the Embu, Embu, KE region.
The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams and delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, control, and closure. This includes defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, developing detailed project plans, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication.
Key responsibilities will include:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of successfully managing cross-functional teams and delivering large-scale projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, control, and closure. This includes defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, developing detailed project plans, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring effective stakeholder communication.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Facilitating clear communication and collaboration among development teams, product owners, and business stakeholders.
- Developing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including project charters, status reports, risk assessments, and change logs.
- Applying project management best practices and methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Kanban) to optimize project delivery.
- Managing project budgets, tracking expenditures, and ensuring financial targets are met.
- Identifying and resolving project impediments and roadblocks promptly.
- Mentoring and coaching junior project team members.
- Continuously evaluating and improving project processes and team performance.
- Staying abreast of industry trends and best practices in project management and digital transformation.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 3 years focusing on agile methodologies and digital transformation projects.
- PMP, CSM, or similar project management certifications are highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects with significant budgets.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
- A proactive and results-oriented mindset with a passion for driving innovation and delivering value.
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Senior Agile Project Manager, Digital Transformation
Posted 18 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Senior Agile Project Manager to lead pivotal digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote, dynamic role for a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You will be instrumental in guiding cross-functional teams through the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, control, and closure. Your expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) will be critical in driving efficiency, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software and product enhancements. Responsibilities include defining project scope and objectives, developing detailed project plans, managing budgets, allocating resources, and mitigating risks. You will foster a collaborative team environment, facilitate communication among stakeholders at all levels, and ensure alignment with business objectives. This role demands exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. You will be responsible for managing complex stakeholder relationships, including executive leadership, product owners, and development teams. Key to this role is the ability to adapt to changing requirements and priorities while maintaining a clear focus on strategic goals. We are looking for someone who can not only manage projects but also inspire teams and drive significant business value. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale, complex projects, ideally within the technology sector. Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Asana, or similar is essential. Certification in PMP, CSM, or Prince2 is highly desirable. This position offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute from anywhere within Kenya. The role is based in the broader region of Meru, Meru, KE , but the work is performed remotely. If you are a proactive, results-oriented leader with a passion for driving change and building high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on our client's digital future.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Digital Transformation
Posted 18 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Agile Project Manager to lead complex digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage projects from anywhere while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will be responsible for the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of strategic projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and adherence to agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of project management frameworks, excellent leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive successful outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple high-impact projects from initiation through closure, utilizing agile principles and practices.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
- 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.
- Communicate project status, progress, and key decisions effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, encouraging continuous improvement.
- Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely delivery of third-party components.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Drive adoption of agile best practices across the organization.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of project management processes and tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focusing on agile methodologies.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent agile certification is highly desirable.
- Proven experience leading large-scale digital transformation projects.
- Strong understanding of SDLC and various project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and navigate organizational change.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team setting.
- Strategic thinking and strong analytical problem-solving capabilities.
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Senior Agile Project Manager, Digital Transformation
Posted 17 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote, permanent position, offering the flexibility and autonomy to manage projects from inception to completion across diverse teams and geographical locations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with business goals. This includes developing detailed project plans, managing resources, mitigating risks, and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders at all levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our client's strategic direction and technological advancement. If you are a results-oriented leader passionate about driving change, we encourage you to apply. The core of your impactful work will be associated with the broader strategic objectives, though your direct engagement will be within the context of a fully remote setup, enabling you to work from anywhere within accepted time zones.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple complex projects concurrently using Agile principles and best practices.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project charters, plans, schedules, budgets, and status reports.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including development, QA, design, marketing, and business stakeholders.
- Ensure clear and consistent communication of project status, risks, and issues to all relevant parties.
- Drive continuous improvement within project delivery processes and team performance.
- Manage vendor relationships and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
- Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of project management best practices within the organization.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile environments.
- Proven experience leading digital transformation projects, including software development, system integration, and process improvement.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana, MS Project).
- Demonstrated ability to manage remote teams and foster a collaborative virtual work environment.
- Experience in stakeholder management and influencing senior leadership.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and remote-first work culture.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our client's strategic direction and technological advancement. If you are a results-oriented leader passionate about driving change, we encourage you to apply. The core of your impactful work will be associated with the broader strategic objectives, though your direct engagement will be within the context of a fully remote setup, enabling you to work from anywhere within accepted time zones.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Digital Transformation
Posted 20 days ago
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Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to work from anywhere. 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 in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Senior Agile Project Manager will also define the project's scope, goals, and deliverables that support business objectives, in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. The ability to effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion is essential. Managing scope creep and mitigating risks proactively will be key to success.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, from initiation to closure, in a remote setting.
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope, budget, resources, timelines, and risk assessments.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Oversee the work of project teams, providing guidance and ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
- Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders at all levels.
- Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Implement and enforce best practices in project management and agile methodologies.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and identify areas for process improvement.
- Manage vendor relationships and contract negotiations as required.
- Lead change management efforts associated with digital transformation projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager, with a strong focus on agile methodologies and digital transformation.
- Proven success in delivering complex, large-scale projects.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello) and collaboration tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and IT infrastructure.
- Certification such as PMP, CSM, or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, fully remote work environment.
- Experience working with teams located in **Bungoma, Bungoma, KE**, or coordinating with remote teams globally.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Digital Transformation
Posted 12 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Agile Project Manager to lead significant digital transformation initiatives. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from your chosen location. You will be instrumental in guiding cross-functional teams through the planning, execution, and delivery of complex digital projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean) and a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale digital transformations. Your responsibilities will include defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables, managing project timelines and budgets, and identifying and mitigating project risks. You will facilitate Agile ceremonies, coach teams on Agile principles, and foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment. Strong stakeholder management skills are essential to effectively communicate project status, manage expectations, and ensure buy-in from all parties involved. The successful candidate will have extensive experience working with software development teams, product owners, and business stakeholders to deliver innovative digital solutions. A strong understanding of change management principles and the ability to drive organizational adoption of new technologies and processes are crucial. Experience in managing distributed and remote teams is highly desirable. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of digital capabilities within the organization and drive significant business impact. You will be responsible for establishing best practices in Agile project management and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. The ability to adapt project management approaches to suit the specific needs of each initiative, while maintaining overarching program goals, is paramount. You will leverage data and metrics to track progress, identify bottlenecks, and make informed decisions. The physical location for context is Nyeri, Nyeri, KE , however, the role is fully remote.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex digital transformation projects.
- Apply Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to manage project lifecycles.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies (e.g., daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives).
- Coach and mentor project teams on Agile best practices.
- Manage stakeholder communication and expectations throughout project lifecycles.
- Ensure effective collaboration between development teams, product owners, and business units.
- Drive continuous improvement of Agile processes and team performance.
- Oversee change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new solutions.
- Track project progress using key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reports.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 4 years focused on Agile methodologies.
- Proven experience leading large-scale digital transformation projects.
- Expertise in Scrum, Kanban, and other Agile frameworks.
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and IT infrastructure.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders effectively.
- Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, MS Project).
- Agile certifications such as CSM, CSPO, or PMP are highly desirable.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Digital Transformation
Posted 13 days ago
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Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Agile Project Manager to spearhead critical digital transformation initiatives. This hybrid role combines the benefits of remote work flexibility with essential in-person collaboration, ideal for driving complex projects to successful completion. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of strategic projects, ensuring they align with business objectives and are completed on time and within budget.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and a proven track record of managing large-scale projects, particularly those involving software development, process improvement, and technological innovation. You will lead cross-functional teams, foster strong stakeholder relationships, and manage risks effectively. Your ability to communicate clearly, resolve conflicts, and motivate teams will be paramount to your success in this role.
Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and a proven track record of managing large-scale projects, particularly those involving software development, process improvement, and technological innovation. You will lead cross-functional teams, foster strong stakeholder relationships, and manage risks effectively. Your ability to communicate clearly, resolve conflicts, and motivate teams will be paramount to your success in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects using Agile methodologies.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and budget management.
- Manage project teams, providing leadership, guidance, and motivation.
- 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.
- Communicate project progress, status, and key decisions to all stakeholders regularly.
- Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required.
- Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and team performance.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and identify lessons learned.
- Ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. PMP, CSM, or similar certifications are highly desirable.
- 7+ years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on Agile environments.
- Demonstrated experience in managing digital transformation or large-scale software development projects.
- Proficiency in Agile frameworks like Scrum and Kanban.
- Strong understanding of project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Experience in stakeholder management and expectation setting.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
- Experience with change management principles.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Digital Transformation
Posted 11 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Agile Project Manager to lead critical digital transformation initiatives. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from any location. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, a proven track record in managing cross-functional teams, and exceptional stakeholder management skills. You will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and improving operational efficiency through technology.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex projects simultaneously, from initiation to closure, using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation strategies.
- Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
- Communicate project status, key milestones, and critical issues effectively to all stakeholders, including executive leadership.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with project sponsors, team members, and external vendors.
- Coach and mentor project teams on Agile best practices and continuous improvement.
- Ensure the successful adoption and integration of new technologies and processes.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of project management best practices within the organization.
- Drive continuous improvement through retrospectives and lessons learned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile methodologies and digital transformation projects.
- PMP, CSM, or equivalent project management certifications are highly preferred.
- Proven experience in managing large-scale, complex projects with cross-functional teams in a remote environment.
- Expertise in Agile principles, practices, and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Experience with change management and organizational development.
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and motivate teams towards a common goal.
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Senior Agile Project Manager, Digital Transformation
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client, a forward-thinking organization undergoing significant digital transformation, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Agile Project Manager to spearhead key initiatives. This is a fully remote position that requires exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of agile methodologies to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. You will be instrumental in guiding cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and drive innovation.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple complex digital transformation projects using agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, ensuring efficient team collaboration and progress.
- Develop detailed project plans, roadmaps, and backlogs, breaking down large initiatives into manageable sprints and tasks.
- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues, developing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing remote team environment, promoting open communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Effectively manage project scope, budget, and resources, ensuring optimal utilization and delivery of value.
- Communicate project status, key milestones, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders at all levels, including senior management.
- Collaborate closely with product owners, development teams, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.
- Drive the adoption and adherence to agile best practices across project teams.
- Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members on agile principles and project management techniques.
- Continuously evaluate project performance and identify opportunities for process improvements.
- Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and align with business objectives.
- 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 methodologies.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex digital transformation projects from initiation to closure.
- Expertise in agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban, with a strong understanding of their principles and practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and guide remote teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and resolve issues proactively.
- Experience with project management software and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or similar agile certification is highly desirable. PMP certification is also a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
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