Dennis NgángáDN
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Dennis Ngángá

@dennisngng

Experienced Agile Coach and Scrum Master driving operational excellence.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration and continuous improvement, where I can leverage my Agile expertise to drive impactful change.

I am a seasoned Agile Coach and Scrum Master with over a decade of experience across various industries including Education, Banking, and Telecommunications. My journey began with a strong foundation in Management and Marketing, which has evolved into a passion for Agile methodologies. As a co-founder of Agilists Kenya, I am deeply committed to fostering an Agile culture that prioritizes customer value and shared accountability.

In my current role as a Senior Scrum Master at DTB Ltd, I have successfully implemented Agile values and principles, leading to significant productivity increases and enhanced team collaboration. My achievements include setting up dashboards for sprint progress and creating a structured approach to Agile project management. I have also played pivotal roles in various organizations, such as Sendy and Coca-Cola East Africa, where I facilitated Agile transformations and coached teams to embrace Agile practices, resulting in improved project outcomes and team morale.

My expertise extends to training teams on Agile tools like Azure DevOps and Jira, and I have a proven track record of driving change through effective coaching and leadership. I am passionate about continuous improvement and am always seeking opportunities to leverage my skills to help organizations achieve operational excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Senior Scrum Master

DTB Ltd

Aug 2020 - Present (4 years 10 months)

As a Senior Scrum Master, I drive the Agile mindset by implementing Agile values and principles, facilitating impediment removal, and helping the development team create high-value products. I train teams in Agile tools like Azure DevOps and Jira for better collaboration.

SP

Agile Coach

Safaricom PLC

May 2019 - Apr 2020 (11 months)

I implemented Agile methods to drive cultural change, coached teams and leadership on Agile principles, and facilitated cross-team meetings to enhance collaboration and efficiency.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

DU

Dedan Kimathi University

Master of Science, Forensic and Security Management

Pursued a Master of Science in Forensic and Security Management, focusing on the intersection of technology and security, preparing for roles that require analytical and strategic thinking in security management.

PU

Presbyterian University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, gaining foundational knowledge in programming, systems analysis, and software development, which supports a career in technology and agile methodologies.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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