Project Manager with Agile and JIRA ()

• Mentor and guide teams in the adoption of Agile practices, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by coaching teams on Agile principles, values, and practices.
• Conduct training sessions, workshops, and Agile ceremonies to educate teams and stakeholders.
• Work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective collaboration.
• Identify impediments and work with teams to remove them, ensuring smooth delivery and high productivity.

•  Serve as the Jira expert, providing guidance on best practices for Jira configuration, customization, and usage.
•  Create and maintain Jira workflows, boards, dashboards, and reports to support Agile practices.
•  Assist teams in creating and managing user stories, epics, tasks, and other Jira artifacts.
•  Troubleshoot Jira-related issues and provide technical support to users.
•  Stay up-to-date with the latest Jira features and updates, implementing improvements as necessary.

• Lead Agile transformation initiatives across the organization, tailoring Agile frameworks to meet team and project needs.
•  Assess current processes, identify areas for improvement, and recommend Agile methodologies to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
•  Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement strategies that drive Agile adoption at all levels.
•  Measure and track the progress of Agile adoption and maturity, reporting on key metrics and outcomes.

• Facilitate effective communication between team members, stakeholders, and leadership.
• Promote a collaborative environment, encouraging open dialogue, knowledge sharing, and transparency.
• Support cross-functional teams in achieving high levels of performance and delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Agile coaching, Scrum Master, or related roles.
• Extensive experience with Jira administration, configuration, and customization.
• Proven track record of leading Agile transformations and driving organizational change.
• Experience in a variety of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and SAFe.

• Deep understanding of Agile principles, values, and methodologies.
• Proficient in Jira administration, including creating workflows, dashboards, and reports.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
•  Certification in Agile methodologies (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, Certified Agile Coach) is a plus.

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