Agile Scrum Master | NV1 Cleared | ACT | Onsite
What's in it for you?
- Initial 12-month contract with extension options of up to 2 x 12 months
- Opportunity to support critical national security and ICT delivery programs
- Work within a high-performing Agile environment delivering complex technology outcomes
- Long-term contract opportunity within a secure government environment
The Company
Our client is a leading Federal Government organisation responsible for delivering critical cyber, intelligence and technology capabilities. They are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Master to support multiple ICT projects within a complex and highly secure environment.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Agile Scrum Master to facilitate Agile delivery, drive continuous improvement, and enable high-performing teams to successfully deliver business outcomes. You will work closely with Product Owners, stakeholders, technical teams, and governance bodies to ensure successful delivery across multiple ICT initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, Retrospectives and Backlog Refinement
- Coach Agile teams, Product Owners and stakeholders on Scrum and Agile best practices
- Foster high-performing, self-managing and collaborative teams
- Remove delivery impediments and proactively manage risks and dependencies
- Escalate issues through appropriate governance channels where required
- Prepare reports and updates for governance forums and steering committees
- Monitor and communicate key Agile metrics including velocity, sprint predictability, burn-down and burn-up charts
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across Agile teams and delivery functions
What We Need From You
Essential Skills & Experience
- Demonstrated experience leading Agile delivery teams within complex ICT environments
- Strong understanding and practical application of Scrum and Agile methodologies
- Proven ability to influence and build productive relationships with stakeholders at all organisational levels
- Experience coaching individuals, teams and leadership groups in Agile practices
- Strong capability in identifying, assessing and managing risks, dependencies and delivery impediments
- Experience supporting high-performing cross-functional teams
- Strong communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills
- Experience using Agile delivery tools and reporting metrics to drive continuous improvement
Current NV1 Security Clearance
Joining Akkodis as a Consultant
As an Akkodis contractor, you'll gain access to exciting government projects, dedicated consultant support and opportunities to contribute to some of Australia's most important technology programs.
Akkodis is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.
