Scrum Master(6-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Adcorp Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in South Africa is seeking a Scrum Master to ensure adherence to Agile principles and facilitate successful project delivery. The ideal candidate must have a relevant degree, certifications in Scrum and Agile methodologies, and extensive experience in managing IT projects. This role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and the ability to guide cross-functional teams. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master and/or Project Administrator for large-scale IT projects.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate Agile Scrum processes.
• Coach the team on Scrum practices and principles.
• Remove obstacles that hinder the team's progress.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Scrum techniques

Project management

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Microsoft Dynamics

Education

3-year degree in a relevant field / BCOM degree in IT

Certification in Scrum (Certified ScrumMaster)

Certification in Agile methodologies

Tools

Azure Boards

Job description

Job Purpose

To ensure that the project adheres to Agile principles, managing administrative tasks, and supporting the project team to deliver value and benefits.

Qualifications and Job Experience

• 3‑year degree in a relevant field / BCOM degree in IT
• Certification in Scrum (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster) or project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2)
• Certification in Agile methodologies, such as CSM or PSM
• SAFe certification and Kanban certification are a plus
• Experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• 5‑8 years of relevant experience
• Use Azure Boards to manage product backlogs, sprint backlogs, and task lists
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master and/or Project Administrator for large‑scale IT projects
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams
• Prior knowledge of Agile project‑management tools
• Knowledge of an agile framework or method (Scrum, Kanban) or understanding of software‑development life‑cycle models and traditional project‑management principles
• Adept at refinement, story splitting, estimation, velocity, retrospection, and other Scrum techniques
• Planning and problem‑solving with product management and delivery teams
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics and its applications
• Ability to manage risks and drive change in a complex organisational environment
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving abilities
• Allocate team capacity and track availability during sprint planning
• Collaborate with DevOps engineers to set up automated builds and deployments (Pipelines)

Release Gates

Release Gates: Ensure quality checks before production releases.

Environment Visibility

Track which features are deployed where; coordinate with QA to manage test cases and track results.

Security Policies

Monitor compliance with organisational standards.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate Agile Scrum processes
• Facilitate Scrum events, including daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Coach the team on Scrum practices and principles, promoting self‑management and cross‑functionality
• Identify and remove impediments that hinder the team's progress
• Identify and troubleshoot obstacles that are hindering the team's progress
• Guide and coach the Scrum Team on how to use Agile practices to deliver high‑quality products and services
• Ensure Scrum is understood and the team adheres to Scrum theory, practice, and guidelines
• Ensure the team follows the Scrum framework and adheres to Agile principles
• Provide support to the Development Team to help them create high‑value products
• Ensure the team works collaboratively and efficiently to deliver high‑quality products
• Track KPIs and help teams deliver high‑quality products/solutions on time
• Remove obstacles to the Development Team's progress
• Coach the Development Team in environments where Scrum is not yet fully adopted and understood
• Provide support to the Product Owner in managing the product backlog and ensuring clear, concise backlog items
• Promote continuous improvement by encouraging the team to reflect on processes and make improvements
• Promote continuous improvement through retrospectives and feedback sessions
• Communicate project status, risks and issues to stakeholders
• Help the Scrum Team understand the need for clear, concise Product Backlog items
• Ensure that goals, scope, and product domain are understood by everyone on the Scrum Team
• Discover techniques for effective Product Backlog management
• Understand product planning in an empirical environment
• Ensure the Product Owner arranges the Product Backlog to maximise value
• Review and develop scrum artifacts (product backlog, sprint backlog) with the Product Owner and Development Team
• Enable the delivery of complex solutions and products
• Ensure all Scrum‑based activities are completed on time
• Define and organise Scrum roles, sprint planning, daily scrums/stand‑ups, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives
• Report on developments, celebrate successes, and resolve roadblocks
• Co‑coach the Scrum team in self‑organisation, cross‑functional skillsets, domain knowledge, and effective communication
• Collaborate with stakeholders to influence and drive decision‑making and support organisational project or product teams
• Resolve team obstacles with other Scrum Masters to increase the effectiveness of Scrum in the organisation
• Perform Project Administrator responsibilities:
  • Assist the Project Manager with administrative duties and processes
  • Schedule meetings, keep minutes, and ensure follow‑up on action items
  • Break down the project into manageable tasks and set timeframes
  • Prepare and distribute project materials, including reports and documentation
  • Track project progress, budgets, and expenditures
  • Maintain compliance with regulations and organisational policies
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with business objectives
  • Monitor project performance and outcomes to ensure quality and success
  • Support change‑management activities, including communication plans and resistance management