Project Manager/Scrum Master
The Project Manager/Scrum Master plans projects and takes ownership of the successful implementation and achievement of project objectives. He/She defines project resources, manages project progress, and facilitates interaction and tasks of various parties to reduce the risk of overall failure. He develops and identifies advances/opportunities in project management to improve timely delivery of projects and efficient use of resources. He ensures the adoption of Scrum process framework and practices. He works in a team setting and is knowledgeable of Agile practices and methodology, project management methodologies and tools, as well as Scrum process framework. The Project Manager/Scrum Master is an effective team player who manages project timelines, stakeholders, deliverables and resources in a structured manner. He adopts an analytical and strategic approach in developing and communicating solutions that meet project objectives and stakeholder needs.
Skills and Competencies
Technical Skills & Competencies
Generic Skills & Competencies
Critical Work Functions and Key Tasks
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis and develop project plan
• Review project plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects
• Estimate budgetary needs based on the project scope and anticipate future budget challenges
• Assess consolidated project plans for dependencies, gaps and continued business value
• Plan and manage project compliance requirements and adherence to governance structures
• Evaluate and address external business environment changes for impact on project scope
• Plan and manage project closure and/or transitions
• Conduct project reviews to recommend changes to project schedules, cost or resource requirements
• Document and track project scope, changes, issues and risks that affect implementation
• Facilitate the daily stand-up to achieve team consensus
• Eliminate conflicts and assist in developing solutions to manage roadblocks
• Refine and manage the product backlog
• Manage project budget, work allocations, manpower and resourcing needs for the team
• Develop team members through ongoing coaching, mentoring and career discussions
• Drive performance management practices within the team in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• Develop initiatives to support the continuing competence and professional development of the team
• Facilitate discussions, problem solving and conflict resolution