Agile Project Manager

Negishi Freelancing; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 50 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic freelancing platform as an Agile Project Manager and lead innovative software projects that connect talented professionals with businesses. This role offers the chance to enhance project delivery processes in a fast-paced, hybrid environment. You will collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders, ensuring timely project success while enjoying a flexible work setup. Be part of reshaping South Africa’s freelancing economy and make a significant impact in a growth-oriented company focused on excellence and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work setup

Work-life balance

Dynamic environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing complex technology-driven projects.
• Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile ceremonies and facilitate sprint planning and reviews.
• Manage complex software projects leveraging JIRA for tracking and reporting.

Skills

Agile Project Management

JIRA

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Negishi is seeking an experiencedAgile Project Managerwith deep expertise inJIRAand a proven track record of managing complex software development projects. This is your opportunity to join an innovative, rapidly-growing freelancing platform that’s reshaping how South Africa connects talented professionals with leading businesses.

What You'll Do:

• Lead Agile ceremonies and facilitate sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
• Manage complex software projects leveraging your strong proficiency with JIRA for issue tracking, sprint planning, and reporting.
• Collaborate closely with our developers, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Continuously enhance project delivery processes, focusing on agility, transparency, and efficiency.

Who You Are:

• Experienced Agile Project Manager with at least 5+ years managing complex technology-driven projects.
• Expert-level knowledge and hands-on experience with JIRA.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hybrid environment, balancing remote flexibility with on-site collaboration.

Why Negishi?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Hybrid work setup offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Dynamic, growth-oriented environment focused on innovation and excellence.
• Opportunity to significantly impact South Africa’s freelancing and gig economy.

Ready to make your mark in an agile, technology-driven environment?

Apply todayand let’s build something exceptional together!

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