Junior Product Manager
About Value8 Group
At Value8 group, we foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where creativity thrives. Our team is driven by collaboration, innovation, and a shared passion for excellence. We believe in empowering our employees to take initiative and contribute their unique perspectives. With flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional development, and a commitment to work-life balance, we create an environment where everyone can grow and succeed together. Join us and be part of a community that values diversity, encourages open communication, and celebrates achievements!
About the Job
Effective project management and Agile practices play a fundamental role in delivering high-quality software solutions that our users value. We are looking for a Junior Project Manager to help us coordinate and deliver software projects as we build the next generation software experiences for Africa. In this role, you'll be an integral member of our product delivery team, working closely with development teams, business stakeholders, and other disciplines to ensure successful project delivery. You will support senior project managers in planning and executing projects while growing your project management and Scrum Master capabilities.
Job Description
● You will utilize your communication and organizational skills to facilitate daily team interactions, track project progress, and ensure clear communication between all stakeholders
● You will facilitate Agile ceremonies (daily standups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and help remove obstacles that might impede the team's progress
You will assist in project planning and execution by:
○ Supporting the creation and maintenance of project plans, timelines, and deliverables
○ Breaking down requirements into manageable tasks for the development team
○ Tracking project progress and providing regular status updates
○ Managing project documentation and ensuring it's up-to-date
○ Identifying and escalating potential risks or blockers
You will help implement and maintain project management processes including:
○ Sprint planning and backlog grooming
○ Risk and issue tracking
○ Change management processes
You will support continuous improvement by:
○ Facilitating team retrospectives
○ Gathering feedback on processes and tools
○ Implementing approved process improvements
○ Maintaining project management best practices
Skills
- In-depth understanding of the industry
- Excellent presentation skills
- Proven experience in a Project management role or related field
- Success in overseeing all elements of the product development lifecycle.
- You are an excellent communicator who can facilitate meetings, write clear documentation, and maintain effective stakeholder communication
- You are proactive in identifying and resolving issues, with good problem-solving skills
Competencies
● You are passionate about project management and Agile methodologies, with a desire to learn and grow in these areas
● You have experience working in software development environments, as a developer, tester, designer or in a coordination role
● You understand software development processes and can effectively communicate with technical team members
● You have strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
● You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are comfortable adapting to change
Qualifications
● One or more of the following certifications:
○ Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
○ PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
○ Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
○ Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)
● At least 2 years of experience in project management or similar role within software development teams
● Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum framework
● Excellent organizational and time management skills
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills
● Proficiency in project management tools (JIRA, Confluence, etc.)
● Clear understanding of software development lifecycle
● Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment