SARA TESEMA
USA
Summary
As a Certified Scrum Master and experienced business analyst, I bring a unique blend of expertise to the table. With a proven track record of success in business administration, I have honed my skills in implementing scaled Agile environments and streamlining complex product deliveries. My ability to train teams and support product owners has allowed me to remove impediments, enhance velocity, and adopt Agile methodology with ease. In addition to my PSM 1 and 2 and Business Analyst certifications, I possess exceptional problem-solving and communication skills that enable me to excel in any project or initiative. My comprehensive understanding of both Agile principles and business analysis methodologies enables me to seamlessly bridge the gap between technical requirements and strategic objectives, driving measurable results and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. With a keen eye for detail and a dedication to fostering collaboration, I am adept at facilitating productive stakeholder interactions and guiding cross-functional teams toward achieving their goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
SCRUM MASTER
Target
Virgilina, Virginia
10.2017 - Current
- Led and coached Agile teams on Agile mindset and practices, self-organization, and continuous improvement, ensuring adherence to Scrum principles.
- Facilitated sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, reviews, retrospectives, demos, and other Scrum-related meetings.
- Actively monitor the performance of the scrum team against objectives set out at the start of each sprint cycle.
- Collaborated with stakeholders from different departments to ensure successful delivery of projects.
- Removed impediments and protected team members from interruptions and distractions to maximize productivity.
- Coached and mentored team members in Agile and Scrum concepts, values, principles, and practices.
- Promoted cross-functional collaboration among different teams working on related projects or initiatives.
- Established clear communication channels between all stakeholders involved in the project lifecycle.
- Identified and removed impediments to the team's progress through effective facilitation of problem-solving sessions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
SCRUM MASTER
Brightech Pro
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Conducted collaborative sessions with business users from various teams to collect and document requirements as a Business Analyst.
- Maintained product backlogs, ensuring that items are well defined and prioritized based on business value.
- Led daily Scrum stand-ups and Agile development sprint planning meetings for multiple, concurrent projects.
- Created dashboards using various tools such as JIRA, Confluence, and Trello, to track project progress and milestones.
- Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, such as Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, Retrospectives, and Reviews.
- Trained and mentored team members on the best and most effective ways to use Scrum processes to improve efficiency and reduce production times.
- Worked closely with senior management and other stakeholders during strategic planning sessions for upcoming releases.
- Identified potential project risks and helped develop mitigation plans to resolve potential issues.
BUSINESS ANALYST
Washington Tech Solutions
01.2010 - 02.2017
- Coordinated with internal departments as well as external vendors to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Generated weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports summarizing key performance indicators.
- Provided direction, guidance, and support to team members throughout projects.
- Assisted project manager in drafting schedules and related documentation.
- Troubleshot and resolved non-technical issues using support documentation and training.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Khartoum Sudan
09.2009
Skills
- Scrum Framework Expertise
- Agile Methodology
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Budget Control
- System and Data Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Project and Team Management
- Risk Assessment
- Conflict Resolution
- Project Team Coordination
- Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Customer interaction
Certification
- PSM I - PROFESSIONAL SCRUM MASTER I
- PSM II - PROFESSIONAL SCRUM MASTER II
- Certified Business Analyst
Timeline
SCRUM MASTER
Target
10.2017 - Current
SCRUM MASTER
Brightech Pro
02.2017 - 09.2017
BUSINESS ANALYST
Washington Tech Solutions
01.2010 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
University of Khartoum Sudan
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