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Noxy Ngwane

@noxyngwane

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Certified Scrum Master with expertise in Agile methodologies and coaching.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values Agile principles, encourages collaboration, and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a certified Scrum Master with a passion for fostering Agile methodologies and empowering teams to achieve their best. With extensive experience in coaching software delivery teams, I have successfully implemented Agile practices across various organizations, helping them transition to self-managing teams. My journey has taken me from start-ups to publicly listed companies, where I have played a pivotal role in scaling operations and enhancing team productivity.

Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to removing impediments and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders. My ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments has allowed me to lead teams through complex projects while ensuring alignment with business goals. I take pride in my servant-leadership approach, which emphasizes collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement, ultimately driving success for both the teams I coach and the organizations I serve.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Scrum Master

Alef Education

Nov 2021 - Jan 2025 (3 years 2 months)

Coached software delivery teams using Agile practices, facilitated Scrum ceremonies, and managed team health checks. Worked with Data Scientists and Engineers to ensure project success in a dynamic environment, transitioning teams from start-up to publicly listed.

Agile Scrum SAFe Backlog Management Risk Management Data Science Machine Learning

Senior Scrum Master

Vision Bank

May 2023 - Jan 2024 (8 months)

Served as a shared Product Owner, implemented effective backlog management, and facilitated Scrum events. Coached the development team to create high-value products and empowered them to be self-managing.

Scrum Backlog Management Jira Stakeholder Engagement Sprint Planning Product Increments Agile Practices

Senior Scrum Master

Stellenbosch University

Dec 2022 - Jun 2023 (6 months)

Led three project teams, managed product development processes, and coached PMO teams on Agile practices. Communicated with stakeholders and ensured compliance with development processes.

Agile Scrum Team Collaboration Coaching Compliance Project Management Risk Management

Scrum Master

Egroup Holdings

May 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 10 months)

Guided three Scrum teams towards improved workflows, facilitated Scrum events, and assisted the Product Owner in backlog management. Focused on team dynamics and conflict resolution.

Scrum Backlog Management Conflict Resolution Agile Practices Stakeholder Engagement Continuous Improvement

Scrum Master

Discovery

Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 (5 months)

Facilitated the removal of impediments for multiple Scrum teams, ensured adherence to Agile principles, and managed dependencies. Acted as a change agent to foster collaboration and self-management.

Scrum Agile Principles Facilitation Impediment Removal Stakeholder Management Scrum Events Collaboration Backlog Grooming

Scrum Master

Fiserv Inc

Nov 2015 - Apr 2020 (4 years 5 months)

Facilitated Agile processes, removed obstacles for teams, and ensured adherence to Scrum methodologies. Developed a trusting environment for teams to raise issues and focus on quality delivery.

Agile Methodologies Scrum Methodology Facilitation Impediment Removal Quality Assurance Team Building Scrum Events Continuous Delivery Agile Principles

Assistant Marketing Manager

Technogym SA

Jan 2012 - May 2015 (3 years 4 months)

Managed marketing strategies and campaigns, contributing to brand growth and customer engagement. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product visibility.

Marketing Strategy Brand Management Customer Engagement Cross Functional Collaboration Campaign Management Market Analysis Digital Marketing Team Coordination Communication Skills

Digital Analyst

Airport Company South Africa (ACSA)

Feb 2009 - Jan 2012 (2 years 11 months)

Analyzed digital data to improve operational efficiency and customer experience. Collaborated with various departments to implement data-driven strategies.