Yetunde Owolabi
Lagos
Summary
A seasoned Scrum Master with a robust skill set encompassing project management, business analysis, change management, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in the Scrum framework and Agile methodology, leveraging strong analytical skills to drive continuous improvement and optimize processes. Possesses expertise in team leadership and effective communication, ensuring alignment and collaboration among all stakeholders and fostering an environment conducive to achieving project goals. Excels in optimizing user experience and user interface design, ensuring that the end product meets and exceeds user expectations. Ability to navigate complex project scopes and adapt to evolving requirements in any dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scrum Master
7venOaks Limited
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitate daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, and retrospective sessions to ensure effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Guide the team in adopting and implementing Agile principles and the Scrum framework, promoting continuous improvement.
- Coordinate with product owners to refine and prioritize the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Manage sprint execution, track progress, and remove impediments to ensure timely delivery of sprint goals.
- Foster a culture of accountability and transparency, encouraging team members to take ownership of their tasks and responsibilities.
- Utilize various Agile project management tools, such as Jira and Trello, to monitor project status and maintain accurate records.
- Conduct regular training and mentoring sessions for team members to enhance their understanding of Agile methodologies and best practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate emerging technologies, optimizing user experience and user interface design.
- Engage with stakeholders regularly to provide updates on project progress, address concerns, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
- Analyze team performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to enhance overall productivity and efficiency
Scrum Master
Prospectus Business Consults
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed and tracked sprint progress, identifying and addressing impediments to facilitate the timely delivery of sprint goals.
- Championed the use of Agile project management tools like Jira to streamline workflows, monitor project status, and maintain clear documentation.
- Facilitated communication and transparency across departments and stakeholders, ensuring that all parties were informed and involved in decision-making processes.
- Conducted Agile training sessions and workshops for team members and stakeholders to enhance understanding and adoption of Agile methodologies.
- Collaborated with UX/UI designers and developers to optimize user experience and interface design, incorporating feedback and iterative improvements.
- Acted as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating requirements and ensuring alignment on project scope and deliverables.
- Facilitated and led daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning, and retrospective sessions to foster collaboration and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Coached and mentored the development team on Agile principles and practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
- Worked closely with product owners to prioritize and refine the product backlog, ensuring that it aligned with business objectives and stakeholder priorities.
Project Manager/Business Analysis
God's Ornament School
10.2015 - 01.2020
- Led cross-functional teams in the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple educational projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
- Conducted comprehensive business analysis to identify school operational needs and opportunities for improvement, recommending solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborated closely with school administrators, teachers, and IT staff to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables, aligning with educational goals and regulatory standards.
- Developed and maintained detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation to manage project timelines and milestones effectively.
- Implemented project management methodologies and tools to track progress, manage risks, and mitigate issues throughout the project lifecycle.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings and workshops to gather requirements, provide project updates, and address concerns, fostering strong communication and alignment.
- Managed vendor relationships and contracts, ensuring deliverables met quality standards and contractual obligations.
- Conducted user acceptance testing (UAT) and coordinated training sessions to ensure smooth implementation and adoption of new systems and processes.
- Evaluated project outcomes against predefined success criteria, documenting lessons learned and recommendations for future improvements.
- Prepared and presented project status reports and presentations to senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and actionable insights.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Project Management
Regenesy Business School
Master of Science - Educational Administration and Planning
National Open University of Nigeria
Skills
- Project Management
- Business Analysis
- Change Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Scrum Framework
- Agile Methodology
- Process Improvement
- Decision Making
- Analytical Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Oral Communication
- Emerging Technologies
- Problem Solving
- User Experience (UX)
- User Interface (UI)
- Interpersonal Skills
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Backlog Grooming
- Product Planning
- Customer Experience
- Customer Journey
- Critical Thinking
- Product Backlog Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Meeting Facilitation
- Servant Leadership
- Organizational Skills
- Forecasting
- Coaching
- Creativity
- JIRA
- Ideal board
- Trello
- MS project
- Balsamiq
- Tableau
- Basecamp
- Azure DevOps
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Agile Metrics Tracking
- Agile Coaching
- Sprint Planning
Certification
Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I) | Scrum.org | 2024
Agile Project Management {Scrum and Kanban: PRINCE 2: SAFe} | Almond Career UK | 2023
Chartered Business Administrator MCIA | 2018
Timeline
Scrum Master
7venOaks Limited
02.2023 - Current
Scrum Master
Prospectus Business Consults
03.2020 - 01.2023
Project Manager/Business Analysis
God's Ornament School
10.2015 - 01.2020
Certificate of Higher Education - Project Management
Regenesy Business School
Master of Science - Educational Administration and Planning
National Open University of Nigeria
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