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
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.
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
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, MB10.2022
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
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