Job vacancy Scrum Manager - UAE National

A top-tier entity in Abu Dhabi focused on upstream infrastructure initiatives within the region.

• Collaborate with the Executive Team to respond to ad-hoc project requests, establishing robust frameworks and developing business cases for recommendation to leadership
• Facilitate and guide Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews and retrospectives
• Ensure the effective implementation of Scrum principles and practices as defined within the PMO
• Foster a collaborative and transparent work environment that promotes continuous improvement, efficiency and effectiveness
• Identify and remove impediments / roadblocks that may hinder the team's progress
• Manage the product backlog, ensuring its prioritisation and refinement
• Track project progress, maintain burndown charts and other relevant metrics
• Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in agile project management, using this knowledge to coach and mentor team members on best practice processes

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree from a reputable university. A Prince2, PMP or Scrum qualification highly preferred
• A UAE national with family book
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master or similar agile role (3+ years). Experience in natural resources industry a significant plus
• In-depth understanding of Scrum principles, practices and frameworks alongside proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Jira, Trello)
• Strong experience in facilitating and leading Scrum ceremonies
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with team members at all levels
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Experience working in an international environment