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Senior Agile Project Manager, Software Development
Posted 20 days ago
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Key responsibilities include facilitating Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives. You will work closely with product owners, development teams, and stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. The Senior Agile Project Manager will be instrumental in identifying and mitigating project risks and dependencies, proactively resolving issues, and ensuring smooth execution. This role involves managing stakeholder expectations, providing regular project status updates, and ensuring the effective adoption of Agile best practices across the organization. You will also be responsible for coaching and mentoring team members, promoting continuous improvement, and fostering a high-performance team culture.
The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. PMP, CSM, or similar Agile certifications are highly preferred. A minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years specifically focused on managing software development projects using Agile methodologies, is essential. Proven experience in managing large-scale, complex projects and leading distributed teams is required. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development tools is necessary. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills are paramount for success in this role. This position is based in **Garissa, Garissa, KE**, and requires the candidate to work on-site, with no remote work option available at this time.
Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 20 days ago
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects simultaneously using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project status, progress, and challenges effectively.
- Collaborate with Product Owners to define project scope and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Coach and mentor project team members, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Ensure adherence to Agile best practices and continuous improvement of processes.
- Manage project documentation and reporting.
- Track project performance against key metrics and KPIs, providing regular updates to senior management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field. Master's degree or PMP/Agile certifications are a plus.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile software development.
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional projects from conception to completion.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
- Ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
- Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage ambiguity.
- Experience in a hybrid work environment.
Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 18 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects using agile methodologies.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Manage project budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Ensure clear and consistent communication among team members and stakeholders.
- Mentor and guide project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
- Track project progress and report on key metrics to stakeholders.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular project updates.
- Continuously improve project processes and team performance.
- Champion agile principles and best practices within the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, 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.
- Proven experience leading remote development teams.
- Strong knowledge of agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities.
- PMP, CSM, or similar agile certifications are a plus.
- Experience with risk management and budget control.
- Understanding of the full software development lifecycle.
Senior Agile Project Manager, Software Development
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 15 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects using agile methodologies.
- Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
- Remove impediments and obstacles to ensure team progress.
- Collaborate with product owners to define and prioritize the product backlog.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources effectively.
- Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.
- Coach and mentor team members on agile principles and practices.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
- Drive continuous improvement in team processes and deliverables.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- PMP, CSM, or other relevant project management certifications are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on agile software development.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering complex software projects.
- Deep understanding of Scrum, Kanban, and other agile methodologies.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
- Strong problem-solving and risk management abilities.
Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 10 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects using agile frameworks.
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and budgets.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and communicate project status effectively to all levels of the organization.
- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and achieve project objectives within scope, budget, and quality standards.
- Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, promoting best practices in software development and project management.
- Track project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and implement corrective actions.
- Manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations as required.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of project management best practices and tools within the organization.
- Mentor and coach other project managers and team members on agile principles and practices.
- Act as a primary point of contact for project-related inquiries and issue resolution.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of software development lifecycles, agile methodologies, and project management tools. Proven experience in managing distributed, remote teams is essential. Excellent leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills are paramount. You should be adept at translating business requirements into actionable project tasks and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This role, although focused on **Bungoma, Bungoma, KE**, operates entirely remotely, offering significant flexibility. We are looking for a proactive individual who can drive results and inspire teams to achieve excellence.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- PMP, CSM, or equivalent project management certification is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on software development projects.
- Proven experience managing complex, large-scale agile projects.
- Deep understanding of agile principles, Scrum, Kanban, and Lean methodologies.
- Experience with project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana, Trello).
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage risks, issues, and changes effectively.
- Experience working with distributed and remote teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
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Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 9 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects using Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
- Facilitate all Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Coach and mentor development teams on Agile best practices and principles.
- Remove impediments and roadblocks for the development team to ensure smooth progress.
- Collaborate closely with Product Owners to define and prioritize the product backlog.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budgets.
- Track project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders and senior management.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
- Drive continuous improvement within the Agile development process.
A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. A minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile software development, is required. Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) are highly desirable. Proven experience in leading remote development teams is essential. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and various development tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) is a must. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are critical. This fully remote position serves clients in the **Kisumu, Kisumu, KE** region.
Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 10 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects from inception through completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop and maintain project plans, roadmaps, and backlogs in collaboration with product owners and development teams.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies, proactively addressing potential roadblocks.
- Foster a strong team culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Communicate project status, key metrics, and updates effectively to stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment on project scope, goals, and deliverables.
- Coach and mentor development teams on Agile principles and best practices.
- Utilize project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana) to track progress and manage work effectively.
- Facilitate cross-functional team coordination and ensure seamless integration of efforts across different departments.
- Drive process improvements within the project management and development lifecycles.
- Handle conflict resolution and navigate complex team dynamics with diplomacy and expertise.
- Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
- Monitor project performance and identify areas for optimization and efficiency gains.
- Champion the adoption of Agile best practices across the organization.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years focused on Agile software development projects.
- Proven experience leading cross-functional teams in a remote or hybrid work environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Professional Scrum Master (PSM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly desirable.
- Experience with project management software such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, or Asana.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships and expectations effectively.
- Experience in risk management and change management.
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and remote-first work environment.
- Proven ability to drive results and deliver complex projects successfully.
Senior Agile Project Manager - Software Development
Posted 4 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multiple software development projects from initiation to closure using agile methodologies.
- Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
- Develop project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, and budget.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and dependencies.
- Manage project stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Remove impediments and obstacles for the development team to ensure smooth project progress.
- Track project progress, metrics, and performance, providing regular reports to stakeholders.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment in a remote setting.
- Ensure adherence to agile principles and best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement within the project team and processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with at least 3 years focused on agile software development projects.
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification is required.
- Proven experience in managing complex software development projects using Scrum, Kanban, or other agile frameworks.
- Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Asana).
- Ability to manage remote teams effectively and foster a collaborative environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with risk management and stakeholder management.