Project Manager - Jira/Agile

Responsibilities : Strategic Project Leadership : - Lead, plan, and support the delivery of programs and projects, leveraging both Agile and Waterfall frameworks to optimize project lifecycles and achieve strategic goals. Cross-Functional Collaboration : - Coordinate closely with cross-functional teams (development, design, marketing, etc.), fostering open communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle. Agile Champion : - Manage and facilitate Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) to drive team collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-performing Agile practices. Project Management Expertise : - Maintain project management tools like JIRA/MPP for effective task tracking, prioritization, and assignment. - Monitor progress against deadlines and manage scope changes proactively. Scrum Mastery : - Leverage the Scrum framework effectively, including events and artifacts (Sprints, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Review, Retrospective) to maximize team performance and deliver high-quality results. Client Communication : - Provide regular status updates (weekly reports recommended) to clients, ensuring transparency and addressing concerns promptly. Program Management Best Practices : - Implement strong program management practices for successful project execution, including risk management, efficient resource allocation, and oversight of project financials for on-time, on-budget delivery. Technical Skills & Requirements (Bonus Points) : Project Management Tools : - Proficiency in project management tools like JIRA, Asana, Trello, or Microsoft Project. Agile Methodologies : - Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and their application in project delivery. Waterfall Methodology : - Experience with Waterfall methodology and its key phases for traditional project management. Reporting & Communication : - Excellent written and verbal communication skills to create clear reports and maintain effective communication with stakeholders (ref:hirist.tech)

Location: pune, IN

Posted Date: 11/24/2024