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Scrum Master (Junior, Intermediate, Specialist, Expert)

GVA Partners | Lagos, Nigeria

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About the Role

Growth in Value Alliance (GVA Partners) is a premier business advisory and recruitment firm dedicated to helping organizations achieve their strategic growth aspirations. We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced Scrum Master to join our team and champion Agile methodologies across our innovative technology projects. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in fostering a collaborative, self-organizing team environment that consistently delivers exceptional value to our clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Facilitate daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Guide and coach the team on Agile and Scrum principles and best practices.
  • Remove impediments and proactively resolve blockers impacting delivery.
  • Shield the team from external interruptions and manage stakeholder interference.
  • Track sprint metrics such as velocity, burndown, and overall team performance.
  • Support continuous improvement through actionable insights derived from retrospectives.
  • Work closely with the Product Owner to ensure backlog readiness and proper prioritization.
  • Promote transparency, accountability, and collaboration within the cross-functional team.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields.
  • 3 to 5 years of professional experience in a Scrum Master or dedicated Agile role.
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification preferred.
  • Strong, practical knowledge of Agile methodologies, specifically Scrum.
  • Demonstrated experience facilitating Agile ceremonies and managing team dynamics.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills tailored for diverse teams.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities in fast-paced environments.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning within a leading advisory firm.
  • Collaborative, dynamic, and inclusive work culture.
  • Health insurance and other employee welfare benefits.

Skills

Scrum Master Agile Methodologies Sprint Planning Conflict Resolution Stakeholder Management JIRA Continuous Improvement
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