[Hiring] Scrum Master @Webafrica

Intro

 

 

Want to join a dynamic, close-knit company with a creative flair? Webafrica might just be what you’re looking for!

We are looking for the sharpest pencil in the pencil case, the top of the crop, the tech nerd that uses critical thinking to solve IT-related problems.

If you know you are exactly what we’re looking for, hit send to get your application to us.

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

 

 

• A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in IT / Computer Science
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP)Certification a MUST
• Skilled in technical spec writing
• 3 to 5 years of experience working in a Scrum Master role
• Expert knowledge of Agile
• Software development Background
• Testing experience an advantage
• Proven working experience as a Scrum Master in the information technology sector
• Solid technical background, with an understanding or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies
• Strong analytical and strategic management skills
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Problem-Solving and Quality Management
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems and phone systems
• Firm grasp of IT infrastructures and operations best practice
• Ability to provide accurate documentation on technical specifications and code standards (when required)

 

Key competencies:

• Able to exercise independent judgment and act on it
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure
• Strong customer service orientation

• Mentoring (Team members as well as other Scrum Roles)
• Coordinate sprint planning, retrospective meetings, and daily stand-ups
• Administers the scrum board, identify task that are idle or require feedback, ensure tasks are up to date.
• Aid the development team by eliminating external blockers and managing internal roadblocks through process or workflow improvements. Report and escalate to senior management as needed
• Championing self-organised and cross-functional teams.
• Leading project planning sessions
• Optimising and improving processes and the overall approach where necessary
• Creating and analysis of scrum burndown charts and keeping team and stakeholders up to date with the scrum progress. As well as a detailed project plan to track progress – regularly report back to stakeholders
• Conducting project review and creating detailed reports for executive staff
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Centralise project documentation (requirement documents, technical documents etc.)

• Must be able to adapt quickly to change
• Ability to communicate technical and complex concepts to stakeholders

 

What will you be doing, exactly?

• Coordinate sprint planning, retrospective meetings, and daily stand-ups
• Administers the scrum board, identify task that are idle or require feedback, ensure tasks are up to date.
• Aid the development team by eliminating external blockers and managing internal roadblocks through process or workflow improvements. Report and escalate to senior management as needed
• Championing self-organised and cross-functional teams.
• Leading project planning sessions
• Optimising and improving processes and the overall approach where necessary
• Creating and analysis of scrum burndown charts and keeping team and stakeholders up to date with the scrum progress. As well as a detailed project plan to track progress – regularly report back to stakeholders
• Conducting project review and creating detailed reports for executive staff
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques
• Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Centralise project documentation (requirement documents, technical documents etc.)

 

 

Benefits

Benefits

Our benefits are second to none - the icing on the Webafrica culture cake:

• We are a Fully Remote work environment

o That’s right! No need to go into the office! You can work from just about anywhere.

We have partnered with a shared office/workspace called Workshop 17 and we cover the cost of your access to any of their branches around the country – if you’d like a change of scenery from time to time.

• We Kit you out

o We will provide you with all the necessary tech equipment needed for a remote office. Laptop, monitor, and headset. And of course, a UPS to ease the effects of load-shedding!

o We also provide you with Connectivity – FOR FREE!

• We look after your well-being and encourage a healthy lifestyle

o We pay 100% of your medical aid (Discovery& Vitality) – so no deduction unless you want to add a beneficiary or increase your cover to more than what is provided.

• We think of your future too

o Retirement Annuity - up to 5% company contribution in your first year; 7.5% thereafter

THE CHERRY ON TOP!!! Webafrica rewards stellar performance!

• Performance Bonuses of up to 20% of your cash salary are paid out quarterly, so long as company targets are met.
• Annual individual awards for the Webafricans that outshine the rest!
• We always try to have some fun! Team buildings are a big deal as well as other cultural activities and company events!