Scrum Master

SAKINAH HUSAIN

Woodbridge, VA ***** 571-***-**** ad6uc6@r.postjobfree.com

CERTIFIED SCRUM MASTER

Highly motivated and detail-oriented Certified Scrum Master with a strong passion for Agile methodologies. Seeking an entry level Scrum Master role to contribute to successful project delivery and gain practical experience in facilitating agile teams. Dedicated to fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and delivering value to clients and stakeholders. Eager to apply my knowledge and skills acquired through coursework and certifications to drive Agile transformation within an organization.

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Organization Agile and Scrum Knowledge Facilitation Time Management Microsoft Office Collaboration

Coaching Servant Leadership Communication Conflict Resolution Agile Metrics Adaptability Technical Knowledge Jira Public Relations (PR) Customer Service Prioritization WORK HISTORY

Wentech Industry Limited, Accra, Ghana

Scrum Master January 2021-Jan 2024

Facilitated agile processes and led cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products. Mentored and coached team members on agile practices resulting in enhanced collaboration and a 20% reduction in defects within three months. Implemented visual project management tools, such as Kanban boards, resulting in increased transparency and better alignment across teams.

Acted as a Scrum Master for multiple agile development teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Facilitated Scrum ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Sprint Retrospectives, ensuring effective communication and continuous improvement.

Guided teams in refining and maintaining the product backlog, ensuring clear and prioritized user stories with acceptance criteria.

Collaborated closely with Product Owners to understand requirements and align team priorities with the overall product vision.

Successfully managed sprint timelines and progress, promoting a sustainable pace while achieving on-time deliveries

Removed impediments and roadblocks to ensure the team's productivity and efficiency, resulting in faster and smoother development cycles.

Promoted agile principles and values, encouraging self-organization and empowerment within the teams.

Conducted regular retrospectives to identify areas for improvement and implemented action plans to enhance team performance.

Fostered a culture of continuous learning and innovation, organizing workshops and training sessions on agile methodologies and best practices.

DYNAMIC DIGITAL MEDIA, Woodbridge, VA

Senior Administrative Assistant (remote) August 2020-Present

Provided comprehensive administrative support to the executive team, managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating travel arrangements.

Prepared and edited correspondence, reports, and presentations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards.

Maintained confidential files and records, handle sensitive information with discretion, and uphold strict confidentiality protocols.

Managed office supplies inventory, vendor relationships, and procurement processes, optimizing cost efficiency.

Streamlined office workflows by implementing efficient filing systems and digital document management solutions, reducing processing time by 20%.

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Coordinated and executed company events, meetings, and conferences, ensuring seamless logistics and attendee satisfaction.

Acted as a liaison between executives, staff, clients, and external stakeholders, facilitating communication and fostering positive relationships.

Managed the marketing department to drive reach online. EXCELLENCE ACADEMY, Alexandria, VA

Marketing Manager/Administrative Assistant August 2013-December 2020 Maintain an accurate record of statistical, financial, and non-financial information by updating spreadsheets, databases, and inventories. Capture relevant data from social media platforms and websites using marketing analytics tools and techniques. Develop and post content on the organizational website and social media accounts. Ensure the smooth flow of departmental activities across a school with over 100 students by managing overall administrative functions.

Promoted/communicated the vision, mission, and values of Excellence Academy to a diverse student population by supporting the execution of promotional events and traditional/digital marketing campaigns.

Created the school's social media pages, developed email correspondence templates, and established the platform to display and send report cards.

Enhanced organizational presence in the market by designing promotional material, such as brochures and press releases.

Built trusted and long-lasting relationships with clients through seamless interaction via online communication channels.

Scheduled and completed administrative projects within deadlines to meet the organization's operational requirements.

INDIAFOODS INC., Springfield, VA

General Manager July 2000-December 2012

Devised plans and led staff members to streamline operations of a restaurant serving over 150-250 customers daily. Maintained a safe, secure, and legally compliant environment by following established standards. Managed overall restaurant operations by developing policies and procedures. Set strategic goals based on business, financial, and operational information/data analysis.

Formulated marketing plans for different channels and segments to engage the targeted audience with the brand.

Set job expectations, established productivity standards, and conducted staff appraisals to evaluate and improve the team's overall performance.

Maintained best-in-class service standards and resolved service issues to achieve maximum customer satisfaction. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelors • University of Phoenix

Certified Scrum Master • Scrum Alliance

Digital Marketing Certification • Affluent Academy

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