Junior Project Manager/ Scrum Master

Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.

The Junior Project Manager & Scrum Master will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget. You will also facilitate Scrum ceremonies and coach teams to follow Agile best practices. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a passion for project management and Agile methodologies to grow their career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating and managing project plans, timelines, and resources.
• Support Program Manager in tracking project progress, identifying risks, implementing mitigation strategies and financial tracking.
• Coordinate with team members to gather status updates, resolve issues, and ensure tasks are on track.
• Daily identification and management of Risks, Issues, Actions and Scope creep.
• Prepare and track project changes in the Program’s methodology and tools.
• Help maintain project documentation, including project plans, meeting notes, action items and governance registers.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders, escalating any concerns or delays.
• Ensure that project deliverables meet the defined scope, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Ensure stage gates through project lifecycle are met.
• Liaise across a cross-functional and globally dispersed team to plan and deliver the project outcomes.

Scrum Master Responsibilities:

• Facilitate daily Scrum stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Coach team members on Agile practices, helping them to understand Scrum values, principles, and techniques.
• Monitor team progress and facilitate the removal of impediments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Foster a collaborative environment, encouraging open communication and transparency.
• Help the team stay focused on sprint goals and ensure they remain aligned with the overall project objectives.
• Work closely with product owner and vendor to ensure clear prioritization of tasks in the product backlog.
• Track and report on team performance, helping to optimize workflow and productivity.

Skills

• 2 years of experience in an IT Project Management capacity with in depth understanding of a project lifecycle.
• 1-2 years of experience in project management or as a Scrum Master (entry-level candidates welcome).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Solid understanding of project management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project) is a plus.
• Agile and Project Management certifications (e.g., PMI PMP, Prince 2, Certified ScrumMaster - CSM) are a plus, but not required.

for more information please contact Ralph on [email protected]

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.

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How we recognise your contribution

We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.

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At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.