Happiest Minds
We are looking for Senior Associate, having experience in program management (Agile methodology): • Strong knowledge of Agile concepts, Scrum and ability to handle multiple Scrum deliveries • Basic knowledge of SDLC & waterfall / project management concepts. • Strong experience in Excel. Knowledge of VBA will be added advantage. • Strong written and verbal communications skills required, proficient level of stakeholder management. • Good problem solving, analytical and decision making ability supported by data • Requires strong interpersonal, motivational, organizational and planning skills. • Works independently requiring little supervision • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical, business and project management people to proactively manage project issues logs, risk logs, status reports, etc. • Ability to multi-task • Strong sense of team as well as sense of urgency/prioritization • Ability to work in an environment where priorities change frequently • Strong analytical and organizational skills • Experience/Knowledge in Salesforce (Sales Cloud) will be added advantage Key accountabilities: • Facilitate scrum ceremonies (planning, stand-up, sprint review & demo and retrospectives) • Identify and remove any impediments/distractions that interfere with the team’s ability to deliver against their commitments. • Coach team members on the agile scrum values/principles, how work gets done, estimation & grooming techniques, JIT model storming, etc. • Coach product owners on agile scrum release management, grooming practices, business epic backlog structure, stakeholder engagement, etc. • Assist with prioritization and resolution of defects/bugs. • Facilitate discussion and conflict resolution. • Foster a collaborative dynamic between Product Management, development and other cross-functional stakeholders. • Establish high levels project progress visibility and transparency throughout the organization via breaking silos, agile metrics, collaborative tools, culture change and establishing best practices. • Ensure project delivery expectations are specified and met through stakeholder management • Engage project stakeholders and communicate project updates to ensure project success • Provide clear direction and motivation to team • Successfully manage project changes, risks, issues and actions • Work with multi-site project teams across time zones and locations Business Compliance Ensure a sound understanding of, demonstrate commitment to and comply with all legislation & Publicis Groupe Policies e.g., Janus, GSO and IT policies, etc. Personal & Team Accountabilities Actively develop and maintain strong working relationships with all Re:Sources personnel both at an interpersonal level and across all business processes within the wider business environment.