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Job Offer: Scrum Lead:Ministry of Social DevelopmentJob description:Job DescriptionAre you practiced in leading projects or initiatives?Can you build and maintain effective networks and relationships? Are you practiced in investigating and analysing complex problems and reaching sound conclusions? Our Data Management and Information Delivery (DMaID) unit in our Insights & Strategy Group is growing, and We are seeking for a Scrum Lead to help us deliver our work programme. We are a busy team who work together to ensure the information the Ministry collects is made available in a useful and appropriately structured form. The Data Management and Information Delivery (DMaID) team is a critical part of Insights and the wider Ministry. We are the kaitiaki (guardians) of data, responsible for data stewardship by leading practice to ensure that privacy, ethics and access is fair and transparent. We develop and maintain business rules and provide advice on data quality. About the function: Over the last five years MSD has been evolving our delivery approach using the SaFE (Scaled Agile Framework) work, agile principles and practices at scale. DMaID are looking for talented Scrum Leads to join our dynamic Insights and Strategy team. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of New Zealand's largest data warehouse platforms in government and be part of the motivational force that empowers our teams to meet delivery goals, increase product capabilities and services to our clients. As a Scrum Lead you will be responsible across several key areas that include: » Supporting teams in Agile practices, ensuring they are aware of their respective functions, how to fulfil them and they understand our organisational goals » Organising and facilitating team events » Contributing to growing the capcapability of team members ensuring they can respond to changing demands and keep activities running smoothly » Collaborating with the DMaID Management team to ensure the teams are resourced for efficient delivery of deliverables » Attending organisational ceremonies » Backlog refinement with teams » Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across the Ministry What you will bring: » Strong practice in Agile methodologies is essential » Previous practice as a Scrum Lead is essential » Demonstrated practice in agile software development delivery or other significant practice » Excellent facilitation, collaboration, communication, and relationship management expertise » practice in leading technical conversations, adapting where appropriate to suit non-technical audiences » practice working in complex environments, managing multiple stakeholders, and negotiating constructive results with competing priorities. » practice with influencing and motivating teams » Strong organisational expertise and the capability to balance multiple demands How we can support you: We are an organisation that has people at the centre of our work At MSD we understand that our people do to their best, when they can be their best and we're committed to fostering a work culture that is diverse, inclusive, and supportive. We offer structures and tools such as flexible working arrangements, Heath Insurance and Vision care, Childcare Assistance and Information for Parents/Caregivers, Westpac Government Employee Pac, MSD Wellbeing Plan and, Learning and Capcapability- Study Assistance to support our people and their development. Position description https://www.msd.govt.nz/hr/documents/position-descriptions/dce-strategy-and -insights/insights/scrum-lead-dmaid-march-2021.docx How to submit the application:To apply,CLICK HEREto upload your CV, cover letter and complete the online application form. Note: Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your practice relates to the competencies listed in the position description. All applications must be made online. If this is not possible or if you have any queries, Contact Us by us at jobs@msd.govt.nzInternal MSD Employees - please apply through your myHR portal at work. This will ensure that your myHR employee profile is visible as internal candidate. Closing date: Thursday 20thMay 2021Please note this function can be located in Wellington or AucklandSkills:
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