Scrum Master

• · Facilitate the Scrum process, ensuring adherence to Scrum theory, practices, and rules.
• · Guide and coach the Scrum team on self-organization and cross-functionality.
• · Organize and lead Scrum ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives).
• · Assist the Product Owner in managing the Product Backlog and ensuring its readiness.
• · Shield the team from external interference to maintain focus during the Sprint.
• · Collaborate with stakeholders to address impediments and foster a collaborative work environment.
• · Promote Agile principles and values within the organization.
• · Foster innovation and a continuous improvement mindset within the team.
• · Resolve conflicts within the team and encourage open communication.
• · Serve as a change agent to drive the adoption of Agile methodologies.
• · Complies with all relevant safety, quality, and environmental management policies, procedures, and controls to ensure a healthy and safe work environment
• · Performs other related duties or assignments as directed.
• · Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology preferably at a post-graduate level
• · Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or similar Agile certification.
• · Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum.
• · Excellent knowledge of software development processes and methodologies.
• · English: Advanced & Arabic is preferred.
• · Very good knowledge of banking systems, applications, and banking operations.
• · Effective communication (Communication skills/ Convincing ability/ Persuasive/ Influencing/ Negotiating skills) · Problem-Solving (Analytical Thinking/ Creativity/ Problem Analysis/ Problem Resolution/ Decision Making)
• · Execution Excellence (Planning & Organizing/ Time Management/ Process Orientation – Process Adherence/ Operational Excellence - Quality & Cost)
• · People-Centered (Interpersonal effectiveness – Interpersonal Relationship/ Developing self and others – capability building)
• · Team Work (Team Relationship/ Teamwork & Cooperation/ Team Development)

Key Responsibility:

• Act as a servant leader, guiding the team to achieve their Sprint goals.
• Monitor and track team progress, ensuring the timely completion of tasks.

• Remove impediments and roadblocks to maintain team productivity.
• Assist in defining and refining user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Help the team maintain a focus on the Sprint goals and ensure adherence to time frames.
• Foster an environment for effective communication and collaboration within the team.
• Implement metrics to evaluate team performance and enhance productivity.
• Conduct regular retrospectives to identify areas for improvement.
• Coach team members in Agile practices and ensure best practices are followed.
• Encourage a culture of adaptability and resilience in response to change