1,406 Agile Project jobs in South Africa

To plan, direct and co-ordinate the activities of enterprise-wide projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished and to develop project plans specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans and allocation of available resources, in line with the business strategy. The Agile Project Manager will also monitor and report on project and deliverable progress, run agile ceremonies, and provide mentorship and coaching on agile best practices. The Project Manager will also ensuring the team is working on the right tasks at the right time, working closely with the product manager to translate epics, stories, and other items on the sprint list into actionable tasks for the delivery team

• Ensure successful implementation of Agile in software projects with improved quality in accordance with business needs and strategic goals
• Provide expert level guidance to software project team in terms of process, system, tools, methods as well as communication, integration, and successful team dynamics through weekly facilitation sessions
• Integrate with diverse stakeholders by engaging and facilitate with multiple diverse groups across a spectrum of wants and needs
• Engage and facilitate with multiple diverse groups across a spectrum of wants and needs
• Build professional relationships though engagement and regular communication and feedback with all stakeholders using quality metrics and project status reports as drivers
• Ensure accurate cost estimation based on coverage of client requirements and project scope
• Ensure project budget are managed within project scope
• Ensure projects are delivered on target within due date, budget and according to scope and project governance
• Ensure traceability of defined benefits throughout the lifecycle of the project and escalate any deviations
• Ensure management of scope, including coverage of client requirements, are created based on estimations
• Manage delivery of project against agreed schedule. Meet project requirements
• Manage project priorities effectively and ensured dependencies are catered for according to the project scope
• Ensure professional advice accepted and implemented
• Identify project stakeholders, communicate their roles, define their level of participation in project, and map their communication needs and stakeholder engagement strategies throughout the project plan
• Be able to structure and lead multidisciplinary and multi-level stakeholder engagements with the ability to synthesize and communicate in a non-technical language
• Ensure each stakeholder group is actively managed through the change cycle
• Ensure business change impact is conducted across process, systems, and technology in accordance with change management plan
• Ensure roles and strategies are defined, and behaviors and operations are understood
• Ensure clients are informed
• Ensure the change management process is led and supported together with the client
• Ensure satisfactory post implementation review and performing retrospectives/inspect & adapt sessions as required
• Ensure client needs are accurately captured in scope
• Ensure sufficient resource allocations
• Manage delivery of large and complex projects according to prevailing project management methodology
• Conduct effective resource negotiation and allocation

• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Professional Qualifications/Honour’s Degree

• PMP or Prince certification.Programme Management certification (PGMP)

• Project Management or closely related Certified Scrum Master and Scaled Agile certification

• 8-10 years experience working in a project environment of which 2-3 years working with medium to high complexity projects

• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Industry trends
• Relevant software and systems knowledge
• Research methodology
• Principles of financial management
• Cluster Specific Operational Knowledge
• Principles of project management
• Communication Strategies
• Decision-making process
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Decision Making
• Planning and Organizing
• Work Standards
• Customer Orientation
• Earning Trust

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To lead and support Agile delivery teams by creating an environment that fosters high performance, continuous improvement, and collaboration. This role combines Agile project management with Scrum Master responsibilities, ensuring governance, budget oversight, and alignment with enterprise systems such as ERP and workflow platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a servant leader and coach to Agile teams, enabling continuous delivery of value.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, reviews).
• Remove impediments and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.
• Ensure adherence to Agile principles and delivery best practices.
• Manage project governance, including budget tracking, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Align Agile delivery with enterprise systems, including ERP and workflow platforms.
• Support teams in identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation for project tracking and knowledge transfer.

• 5+ years of experience in Agile project management and Scrum Master roles.
• Bizagi experience advantageous
• Proven experience managing projects involving ERP systems and business workflows.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe).
• Excellent facilitation, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience with Agile project management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Trello).
• Solid grasp of governance, budgeting, and stakeholder management.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification.
• Experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Familiarity with workflow automation tools and business process modeling.
• Exposure to scaled Agile environments and enterprise-level transformation initiatives.

We are seeking an experienced Agile Project Manager with a strong background in Agile methodologies and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) to join our dynamic team in the banking environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing Agile projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget. This role requires a deep understanding of SAFe principles and practices, along with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Duration: 12-Month Renewable Contract

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Execution:
  • Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring alignment with Agile and SAFe principles.
  • Lead the planning and execution of Agile projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
• SAFe Implementation:
  • Implement and champion the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) within the organization.
  • Facilitate SAFe ceremonies, including Program Increment (PI) Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops.
• Foster a collaborative and transparent team culture by promoting Agile values and principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather project requirements and expectations.
  • Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Identify and proactively manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Work closely with teams to resolve impediments and obstacles.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Agile processes.
• Encourage a culture of learning and adaptability.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure that deliverables meet high-quality standards and compliance requirements.
  • Implement and maintain Agile testing practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications:
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent.
  • SAFe Agilist (SA) certification is a must.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager in the banking or financial sector.
  • Demonstrated success in implementing SAFe principles and practices.
  • Experience in managing complex projects with multiple teams.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and facilitation skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies, Scrum, and Kanban.
  • Familiarity with Agile tools and project management software.

We are seeking an experienced Agile Project Manager with a strong background in Agile methodologies and SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) to join our dynamic team in the banking environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing Agile projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, time, and budget. This role requires a deep understanding of SAFe principles and practices, along with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Duration: 12-Month Renewable Contract

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Execution:
  • Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring alignment with Agile and SAFe principles.
  • Lead the planning and execution of Agile projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality solutions.
• SAFe Implementation:
  • Implement and champion the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) within the organization.
  • Facilitate SAFe ceremonies, including Program Increment (PI) Planning, Scrum of Scrums, and Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshops.
• Foster a collaborative and transparent team culture by promoting Agile values and principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather project requirements and expectations.
  • Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Identify and proactively manage project risks, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Work closely with teams to resolve impediments and obstacles.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Agile processes.
• Encourage a culture of learning and adaptability.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Ensure that deliverables meet high-quality standards and compliance requirements.
  • Implement and maintain Agile testing practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications:
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or equivalent.
  • SAFe Agilist (SA) certification is a must.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience as an Agile Project Manager in the banking or financial sector.
  • Demonstrated success in implementing SAFe principles and practices.
  • Experience in managing complex projects with multiple teams.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and facilitation skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies, Scrum, and Kanban.
  • Familiarity with Agile tools and project management software.