Role is based at the V&A Waterfront, Cape TownJob ClassificationThis role is based at Nedgroup Investments. Our website is: www.nedgroupinvestments.co.zaNedgroup Investments is an award-winning global investment business with a growing presence in Europe. We offer a wide range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors. Nedgroup Investments is a division of Nedbank Group Ltd, leveraging the investment and financial expertise of one of South Africa's largest financial services groups. Our Best of Breed philosophy sees us partner with select fund managers who provide consistent long-term outperformance for our clients.Job FamilyInformation TechnologyIT Application DevelopmentManage Self ProfessionalJob PurposeTo facilitate Nedbank projects to successful implementation of Agile as defined by the Nedbank Agile Centre of Excellence (ACE). Focus on continuous improvement by providing support and partnering with Agile Transformational teams.Job ResponsibilitiesEnsure successful implementation of Agile in software projects with improved quality in accordance with business needs and strategic goals.Provide expert level guidance to software project teams in terms of process, system, tools, methods, communication, integration, and team dynamics through weekly facilitation sessions.Integrate with diverse stakeholders by engaging and facilitating with multiple diverse groups.Build professional relationships through engagement and regular communication with all stakeholders.Conduct regular engagement and feedback sessions with all stakeholders.Ensure professional relationships with software contractors, consultants, and external suppliers.Provide timely reporting to stakeholders.Support the Agile transformational teams in driving the implementation of Lean and Agile principles.Guide Solution Delivery teams on Lean and Agile practices and values.Remove impediments or guide the team in removing impediments.Facilitate discussion, decision-making, and conflict resolution.Advise on possible risk issues.Ensure all Agile ceremonies are conducted.Provide guidance to the Product Owner.Coordinate required skills for the core team.Facilitate retrospective sessions with the core team.Support the achievement of the business strategy by ensuring delivered systems and processes are aligned.Identify training courses and career progression for self.Ensure all personal development plan activities are completed within specified timeframes.Share knowledge and industry trends with team and stakeholders.Establish boundaries, trust, rapport, and team cohesion.Contribute to a culture conducive to achieving transformation goals.Participate in corporate responsibility initiatives.Seek opportunities to improve business processes and systems.People SpecificationWe believe in employing highly motivated, quality-oriented people that thrive in a culture that supports diversity within a creative and collaborative environment. Specifically for this role, we are looking for:High standard of personal presentation.Self-motivated and well-organised with an ability to adapt and tackle various challenges.Ability to deal with people both within the organisation and external customers.Essential Qualifications - NQF LevelMatric / Grade 12 / National Senior CertificatePreferred QualificationCertified as Scrum MasterCertified Scrum ProfessionalCertificate of completion in Applying Lean KanbanEssential CertificationsA relevant Scrum Master certificationMinimum Experience LevelExperience in the relevant Agile role for at least one year for a software development team that was diligently applying Agile principles.6-8 years experience in IT3-5 years experience in leadership rolesBasic Consultancy experienceBasic understanding of change management and governance frameworks.Technical / Professional KnowledgeBanking knowledgeIndustry-specific knowledgeBusiness writing skillsPrinciples of project managementGeneral Communication SkillsFacilitating Change
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