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Taffy Muzinda

@taffymuzinda

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Certified Scrum Master with 5 years of experience leading cross-functional teams

Canada

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What I'm looking for

Looking for a role that allows me to continue to coach and lead cross-functional teams, while fostering a culture of transparency and trust.

As a highly motivated and certified Scrum Master, I have a proven track record of leading and coaching cross-functional teams to achieve high-performance through Agile methodologies. With a strong servant leadership approach, I motivate and coach team members to create a positive, safe, and productive atmosphere for collaboration.

With a deep understanding of agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and experience working in both traditional and agile project management environments, I am passionate about creating a safe space for developers, continuous improvement, and building a culture of transparency and trust.

Throughout my professional experience, I have demonstrated my ability to facilitate seamless coordination and alignment of goals, champion scaled agile, and foster effective communication and collaboration among developers, Product Owners, and stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Scrum Master

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Mitacs

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

As a Senior Scrum Master, I lead two cross-functional teams, facilitating Agile ceremonies and enhancing strategic planning through PI Planning. I focus on improving team productivity and fostering a safe environment for innovation and collaboration.

Scrum Agile

Team Lead, Ratings Operations

S&P Global Ratings

Jan 2016 - Feb 2023 (7 years 1 month)

Managed a team of five, focusing on performance coaching and strategic planning. I facilitated daily stand-ups and ensured adherence to KPIs while onboarding new hires and leading change management initiatives.

Team Management

Scrum Master

S&P Global Ratings

Feb 2019 - Feb 2023 (3 years 11 months)

In my role as Scrum Master, I facilitated Agile ceremonies for onshore and offshore teams, improving team velocity and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. I utilized JIRA and Kanban boards for tracking work and implementing process improvements.

Scrum Agile

Senior Ratings Operations Specialist

S&P Global Ratings

Jan 2014 - Jan 2016 (2 years)

Managed the end-to-end ratings process, leading projects to automate processes and improve operational efficiency. I maintained documentation and supported change management initiatives to enhance communication.

Process Automation

Risk Management Administrator

BDO LLP

Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 (1 year)

Administered risk management systems and provided guidance on compliance with regulations. I drafted AML reports and communicated with partners regarding potential conflicts.