Agile Delivery Lead

First Focus is Australia's best Managed Service Provider (MSP), with a team of over 280 technical professionals across offices in Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines. We have grown consistently and profitably for over 15 years, and we're continuing to win new clients and challenge ourselves to rise to new heights.

We have just started the search for the best experienced Agile Delivery Lead to join our Technology team in the Philippines. Why would such an amazing and talented individual consider coming to First Focus? What makes First Focus better than where you are today?

• We actively promote equal opportunity and fair treatment for all our employees, irrespective of their position, location or nationality, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture - grow your career
• We understand the value you deliver, and we will give you the support to get the job done - be supported to be awesome
• We find and retain the best - best Product Owners, best PMs, best Service desk team, best managers, best team
• We encourage transparency as one of the foundations of our culture, creating a healthier, more productive work environment while actively discouraging toxicity - be heard, feel safe to speak up

As an Agile Delivery Lead, you will be working along side with Head of Projects and be responsible for guiding existing PMO team through the transition from traditional Waterfall project management to Agile methodologies. You will play a crucial role in managing both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication, and enhancing the overall project experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Agile Transformation - Drive the transition from Waterfall to Agile methodologies across the organization.
• Stakeholder Management - Manage and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Project Experience Enhancement - Focus on providing a Super Green project experience by implementing best practices and continuous improvement strategies.
• Team Leadership - Mentor and coach teams in Agile practices, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Process Improvement - Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Performance Monitoring - Track and report on project progress, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Requirements

• Proven experience leading Agile transformations and transitioning from Waterfall to Agile methodologies.
• Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a better project experience through effective leadership and process improvements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified ScrumMaster, PMI-ACP) are a plus.

Benefits

• Dayshift, weekends off
• Above the market salary range
• 25 days paid leave annually*
• 10 paid days of training leave per year*
• Employee Profit Sharing*
• Loyalty bonus for long-term employees*
• HMO from the first day of your employment, which includes Medical coverage plus dental benefits package
• Addition of one (1) more dependent (e.g., your spouse) to the Company's HMO policy from day 1
• As a loyalty incentive, you may add one additional dependent after 2 years of service and a third dependent after 5 years.
• Company-paid Training and Certifications with corresponding salary increase (T&C apply)
• Hybrid work set-up*
• Employee Referral Program (Php 20,000)
• Employee MVP Award (Php 10,000)

Office Address:

• 29th Floor, Robinsons Cyberscape Gamma, Topaz Road, Ortigas Pasig City Metro Manila Philippines
• 26th floor, Axis Tower One Building, Filinvest Ave, Alabang, Muntinlupa

Additional Information

• Opportunity to work from home. If you are residing within Metro Manila or in other nearby provinces, a hybrid work set-up will apply.
• Terms and condition apply