Job Description
Reporting to the Director, Agile Practice / Project Management Chapter, Agile Excellence Domain, the Manager, Agile Practice Chapter will lead the DE Canada Project Management team within the Agile Excellence Domain
What will you do?
Team Management
- Create an environment for a highly motivated and engaged team of professionals
- Promote a learning environment where employees develop required skills, knowledge, and expertise
- Understand the skills of the resources, expertise, and areas where skills are lacking and put in appropriate remediation plans
- Support team members by proactively removing roadblocks for them leveraging their domain expertise
- Develop and execute a talent strategy that enables career progression and mobility, and professional development for Scrum Master practitioners
- Manage the hiring / onboarding, ongoing coaching, performance management, growth, and development, etc. of team members
- Manage and / or participate in the review of practitioners’ progression, performance, and compensation process. Act as champion for team members to put forth recommended salary increases and bonus suggestions
- Gather periodic performance feedback from stakeholders and squad members to ensure 360-degree input for team members
- Provide honest and direct feedback on evaluations and takes corrective action when required
- Ensures that domain objectives and plans are communicated to team members, along with how they contribute
- Hold regular team meetings to promote team building
- Hold regular one-on-one sessions with direct reports
Resource management
Determine specific resource / skills requirements for the Agile Practice Chapter based on evolving, organizational needsForecast supply to demand and then map demand to resource fulfillmentAssesses the most appropriate resources to fulfill demand (internal, external vendors, contractors, etc.)Provide support to Delivery teams and other stakeholders for issues with resources assigned to agile squads and hubs (e.g., performance / skill gaps)Act as the conduit between AED and the assigned portfolioTrack the execution and the reporting on resourcing and manage towards the budget for the chaptersAnticipate future needs for critical skills / competencies and develop workforce plans to meet themAgile Practice
Assess and review the overall practice of the Agile Practice Chapter and drive best practice & continuous improvement as applicableEstablish the direction of professional development for chapter membersEnsure that all practice related material and information (e.g., best practices, industry information, methodologies) for the Scrum Master chapter are kept up-to-date and made available to team membersEnable teams to be successful by providing necessary tools, coaching, change management and other support servicesKeep informed on market trends, business strategy and continuously develop your own expertise and knowledgeLead and facilitate community of practice for the chapter and ensure consistency and alignment in chapter management practices across DE Canada.Project Management :
Drive best practice & continuous improvement as applicableProvide input into, and act as a champion of change to help evolve the chapter to meet current and future needsEstablish the direction of professional development for chapter membersEnable teams to be successful by providing necessary tools, coaching, change management and other support servicesKeep informed on market trends, business strategy and continuously develop your own expertise and knowledgeWhat will you need to succeed?
Proven experience working in project management, Agile / Scrum and / or deliveryPMP, Certified Scrum Practitioner (CSP) or Certified Scrum Coach (CSC) idealDelivery or software development background a plus3+ years of experience in agile delivery5+ years of experience in project managementBias for action, with excellent problem solving abilitiesExperience encouraging team members to create a rewarding working environment in which they are driven and motivated to have a real impact within their respected product teamsExperience creating an environment of learning and continuously improving your skills, development team skills, and your chapterExcellent communication, interpersonal, team building, and organizational skillsProven leadership skills, including the ability to bring forward opinions / ideas and to inspire othersWhat’s in it for you :
Fitness and wellness programs that help you balance work and life and enjoy a healthier lifestyle. Our unique Sabbatical Program gives you the opportunity to take up to 6 weeks off, every five years.Care Days available for self-care or care of others (i.e., family or others you may support) and Sick Days to support your well-being As a hybrid organization, you and your leader use business and Client needs to choose where you work, at home or in the officeWe’re honored to be recognized as a 2023 Best Workplaces in Ontario by Great Place to Work® Canada We’re proud to be recognized as a company with a 2023 Most Trusted Executive team by Great Place to Work® Canada