SAFe Scrum Master (SSM)

Coaching Agile teams and keeping delivery unblocked on the Agile Release Train

We're building our banking sector talent pipeline.

NSP is building an ongoing pipeline of SAFe Scrum Masters (SSM) for our banking sector clients and partners running Agile Release Trains. This certification equips professionals to coach teams, run events, and remove blockers inside a SAFe framework. If that's you, we want you in our pool.

About NSP

Nsika Strategic Partners (NSP) is a Level 1 B-BBEE, 100% Black-owned professional services firm registered as a Temporary Employment Service (TES) / Private Employment Agency (PEA) with the South African Department of Labour. Our tech recruitment division is a small, fast-growing, 100% Black female-owned team building specialist talent pipelines for South Africa's banking and financial services sector.

What You'll Be Doing

• Coach and facilitate Agile teams through Scrum/Kanban events (planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives) within a SAFe framework
• Identify and remove impediments and dependencies that get in the way of the team's flow
• Foster collaboration between the team, Product Owner and other Agile Release Train roles
• Drive relentless improvement through retrospectives and delivery metrics (velocity, flow, quality)
• Participate in Program-level events including PI Planning and the Scrum of Scrums

What We're Looking For

• Current SAFe Scrum Master (SSM) certification
• Experience facilitating Agile teams within a SAFe or scaled Agile environment
• Strong coaching, facilitation and conflict-resolution skills
• Experience in banking, financial services or another large, regulated enterprise is an advantage

Nice to Have

• Experience with Agile tooling (JIRA, Azure DevOps, Rally)
• SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) or additional Agile coaching credentials

Why Join NSP's Talent Pool

• Early consideration for banking sector IT roles as they open, ahead of some being advertised publicly
• Personalised placement support from a specialist tech recruitment team who understands the banking domain
• Opportunity to work on flagship technology and digital transformation programmes with leading South African banks
• One application keeps you visible for a rolling pipeline of opportunities, not just a single vacancy

How to Apply

Submit your CV in this portal or send your CV and a short note on your relevant banking or financial services experience to recruitment@nsikasp.co.za with the subject line "SAFe Scrum Master – Banking Talent Pipeline". Relevant certifications, if applicable, should be attached or referenced in your application.

Disclaimer: This is an ongoing talent pool. By applying, you are expressing interest in joining NSP's pipeline and will be considered for current or future opportunities as they arise with any of our clients and partners. We will contact you when relevant roles open up and encourage you to stay connected for exciting possibilities!