Senior Specialist - Agile Delivery

Job Purpose:

Plan, develop and implement comprehensive agile frameworks to streamline the delivery of software solutions ensuring alignment with industry standards and business objectives.

Core Job Responsibilities

Strategy, Policies & Procedures

• Support the Agile Lead in the adoption and implementation of agile methodologies for effective software development.
• Review agile delivery policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Deal confidentially with all information related to work to protect the interests of the company.

Agile framework

• Develop and refine agile frameworks aligned with relevant regulations and standards while meeting the organization's specific needs.
• Provide support in integrating agile principles into the organizational culture and processes by offering guidance, training and resources to team members and leaders.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives and reviews.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and productivity of teams.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in agile practices.

Project Coordination

• Assist in planning, executing, and delivering agile projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope.
• Facilitate project planning and prioritization to ensure alignment with business goals and customer needs.
• Ensure adherence to agile principles, such as iterative development, continuous integration, and frequent releases.
• Utilize agile project management tools and dashboards that align with the technical team's needs and preferences.
• Share the project dashboard with relevant stakeholders, such as product owners, managers, and clients ensuring they understand the information by offering guidance on how to interpret it.
• Monitor project risks and issues, and work with the Agile Lead to resolve them promptly.
• Schedule regular review meetings to discuss project progress, identify any issues or concerns and to discuss potential solutions.

Synergies with Stakeholders

• Work closely with development, operations, and other cross-functional teams to integrate agile principles into all stages of the development lifecycle.

Other Tasks

• Perform any other responsibilities relating to this job request or work task as allocated by the Line Manager.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Project Management, or a related field with certifications in agile methodologies (e.g., Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP))

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in project management or software development, with at least 2 years in an agile delivery role.