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ESTHER ALAGBE

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Dedicated Scrum Master with a passion for driving Agile transformation and fostering high-performing teams in dynamic, data-driven environments. Proficient in utilizing agile tools, incident management, and continuous improvement strategies to navigate complex environments. With years of expertise in agile delivery and IT project management, I am committed to ensuring the successful implementation of Sun Life's Client for Life Strategy by leveraging innovative digital capabilities and fostering a continuous learning environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Agile Practices and Backlog Management Specialist

The Ladder Back Down
Winnipeg, MB
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Championed adoption of agile methodologies, enabling team to embrace Scrum principles and ceremonies, resulting in 20% increase in productivity.
  • Identified trade-offs between short and long-term benefits to drive shared vision.
  • Led end-to-end backlog management, collaborating closely with product program managers, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure alignment, prioritization, and on-time delivery of enhancements.
  • Orchestrated seamless communication across multiple product teams, acting as a primary point of contact for enhancement-related updates, fostering transparent collaboration.

Agile Scrum Master

Tech Innovators Inc.
Winnipeg, MB
11.2019 - 06.2022
  • Lead the planning, execution, and successful delivery of technology products using Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban.
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring on-time and on-budget project completion.
  • Monitored Scrum processes and supported Product Owner/Delivery Manager in release planning and backlog management.
  • Guided larger team in applying agile practices, translating them into tangible improvements in the backlog management process, resulting in 15% reduction in delivery time.
  • Played a pivotal role in incident management, coordinating efforts across departments to swiftly resolve issues and minimize disruption, earning accolades for efficient incident resolution..

IT Project Manager

Digital Solutions Co
Winnipeg, MB
03.2018 - 04.2021
  • Implemented quality control measures to guarantee project deliverables met or exceeded industry standards and client expectations.
  • Led cross-functional teams in th planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
  • Identified, assessed, and mitigated project risks, ensuring minimal disruption and adherence to project timelines.
  • Effectively managed project budgets, allocated resources, and monitored expenditures, resulting in cost-effective project execution.

Education

Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Health Science - Health Sciences

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
10.2022

Skills

  • Agile Methodologies
  • Scrum Principles
  • Backlog Management
  • Collaboration
  • Incident Management
  • JIRA
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement

Timeline

Agile Practices and Backlog Management Specialist

The Ladder Back Down
08.2022 - 09.2023

Agile Scrum Master

Tech Innovators Inc.
11.2019 - 06.2022

IT Project Manager

Digital Solutions Co
03.2018 - 04.2021

Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Health Science - Health Sciences

University of Manitoba

Accomplishments

  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement, leading to a 25% reduction in process bottlenecks.
  • Received recognition for exceptional risk management skills and proactive approach to issue resolution.
  • Contributed to a high-impact project that positioned the company as a leader in agile-driven product development.

Certification

Certified Scrum master (CSM)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

JIRA/CONFLUENCE 

TRELLO

MIRO

SERVICE NOW

ZOOM

SLACK

MICROSOFT OFFICE

PYTHON

POWER BI

Tools

JIRA/CONFLUENCE 

TRELLO

MIRO

SERVICE NOW

ZOOM

SLACK

MICROSOFT OFFICE

PYTHON

POWER BI

Tools

JIRA/CONFLUENCE TRELLO
MIRO
SERVICE NOW ZOOM
SLACK
MICROSOFT OFFICE PYTHON
POWER BI

Tools

JIRA/CONFLUENCE TRELLO
MIRO
SERVICE NOW ZOOM
SLACK
MICROSOFT OFFICE PYTHON
POWER BI

ESTHER ALAGBE