PRECIOUS AJAERO
Houston,TX
Summary
I am an enthusiastic and Certified Scrum Master (CSM 1.) I have worked in Agile environments and involved in IT Projects as a Scrum Master/Project Manager, for over 8 years. I am knowledgeable in all areas of Scrum including sprint planning, daily scrum meeting, sprint retrospective, backlog refinement, sprint burn down chart, velocity chart, and removing of impediments and other Agile frameworks ranging from Kanban, Safe and lean-Agile to Xtreme Programming. Team-oriented individual promoting negotiation skills for managing project dynamics and project management. Proven track record of successfully leading teams in planning and executing projects on time and within budget. Skilled in sound decision making, management expertise communication. Highly organized in managing complex projects with multiple deadlines.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
PROFESSIONAL SCRUM MASTER
Federal Reserve Bank Of Boston
02.2021 - Current
- Assessed and reported progress to stakeholders regularly, maintaining transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead the comprehensive planning and execution of projects.
- Improved team efficiency by implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies for project management.
- Managed product backlog effectively, prioritizing high-value items for faster completion.
- Collaborated with Product Owners to refine requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Identify project tasks, resource requirements, and allocation.
- Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule using MS project.
- Oversee quality assurance processes for all projects.
- Present reports outlining project progress, challenges, and solutions.
- Conduct project evaluations and assess results accordingly.
Project Scrum Master
Exxon Mobil
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Adapted project scope as needed based on changing requirements or unforeseen circumstances without compromising quality or deadlines.
- Enhanced product delivery timeline with effective backlog management and prioritization of tasks.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to improve overall team performance and project outcomes.
- Streamlined communication channels for team collaboration, resulting in faster issue resolution.
- Conducted sprint reviews to showcase completed work, gather feedback from stakeholders, and prioritize future work items effectively.
- Coached team members on Scrum processes, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Managed risk assessment process by identifying potential threats early on and developing mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Increased stakeholder satisfaction by establishing transparent communication between the development team and clients.
- Led retrospective meetings to analyze completed sprints'' successes and challenges, promoting continuous learning within the team environment.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress and addressing potential roadblocks proactively.
- Assisted Product Owner in refining user stories for better clarity and understanding among the development team members.
- Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Worked closely and listened to team members' feedback to identify issues and resolve conflicts.
- Researched current trends to stay knowledgeable in Scrum methods.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders at all levels.
Bank Manager
Access Bank Plc
11.2007 - 09.2018
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient banking processes and providing exceptional service.
- Coached and mentored staff to improve job performance, resulting in higher productivity and employee retention.
- Assessed employee performance and developed improvement plans.
- Developed a loyal customer base through personalized service and tailored financial solutions.
- Delivered consistent revenue growth through effective sales strategies, promoting banking products and services tailored to client needs.
- Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new technologies.
- Conducted regular audits to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, maintaining a strong control environment.
- Enhanced staff training programs for continuous professional development, improving overall team capabilities and performance levels.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement within the branch, leveraging industry best practices to enhance efficiency.
- Maintained scheduling for main branch to keep shifts appropriately staffed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance, And Management.
Imo State University, Owerri
NigeriaSkills
- Agile Coaching
- Project Management
- Excellent Planning and Organizational skills
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Development team trainings
- Scrum Methodology
- Team Leadership
- Project Team Coordination
- Sound decision-making capabilities
- Collaborative teamwork approach
- Network Security Software
- Conflict resolution and management expertise
- Delegation skills for efficient task distribution
- Communication skills
Certification
- Professional scrum Master 1
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure solutions Architect Expert.
- Amazon Web Services Certified: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
- Cyber Security: Governance, Risk and Control (GRC) in view
Timeline
PROFESSIONAL SCRUM MASTER
Federal Reserve Bank Of Boston
02.2021 - Current
Project Scrum Master
Exxon Mobil
04.2019 - 01.2021
Bank Manager
Access Bank Plc
11.2007 - 09.2018
- Professional scrum Master 1
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure solutions Architect Expert.
- Amazon Web Services Certified: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner.
Bachelor of Science - Banking And Finance, And Management.
Imo State University, Owerri
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