PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Professional Scrum Master (PSM I) and
Project Management Professional (PMP)
with 7+ years of experience in agile
methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), product
management,
and
cross-functional
software delivery.
Proven expertise in optimizing work
processes, managing release schedules,
and driving delivery across the oil mining
fields, the agricultural value chain, and the
software development lifecycle. Skilled in
Jira Cloud, AWS, and coordinating with
key stakeholders to ensure valuable, highquality software delivery. Adept at
mitigating
risks
and
fostering
transparency in fast-paced environments.
CONTACT
Abuja, Nigeria
PHONE:
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EMAIL:-
CHIOMA ANDREA EZE
EDUCATION
Federal University of Technology Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.
B.Tech- Information Management Technology
September 2010 – November 2015
WORK EXPERIENCE
Green Sahara Farms Limited – Abuja, Nigeria
Project
Manager/Scrum Master
An agricultural organization focused on climate adaptation resilience.
November 2024 – Present
• Drove the successful transition of teams to Agile frameworks,
increasing sprint delivery efficiency by 30% and enhancing team
satisfaction
• Facilitated scrum events and discussions with team members to
synchronize efforts, cause impediment removal, and promote
consistency in agile principles across the organization, leading to a
40% increase in accomplishing the sprint goal
• Successfully managed projects with combined budgets exceeding ₦4
billion, ensuring on-time delivery within scope and budget constraints
• Identified and implemented cost-reduction strategies that resulted in
a 15% decrease in project operational expenses
• Introduced process optimization initiatives that reduced project cycle
times by 25%, resulting in faster project delivery
LINKEDIN:
www.linkedin.com/in/chioma-eze
PORTFOLIO:
https://www.notion.so/Andrea-sPortfolio1fcd616ef63b-bcf9f1f9ff397?pvs
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CERTIFICATIONS
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Professional Scrum Master I
(PSM I) – May 2024
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Project
Management
Professional (PMP) Number- - December 2017
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Scrum Master Certified (SMC)
Scrum Study Certificate ID940418 - February 2023
ADDITIONAL
CERTIFICATIONS
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Lean Six Sigma White Belt
August 2022
Dev Launchers – Austin, Texas.
Scrum Master
A Non-Profit organization focused on launching technology careers through
open-source software projects (utilizing React, JavaScript, Rest API) that
positively impact communities.
August 2023– Present (Remote)
• Led cross-functional teams in managing software development
lifecycle, improving delivery time-to-market by 50%
• Increased team productivity by 30% through facilitating collaboration
between product, engineering, and QA to ensure seamless delivery of
code and manage dependencies using Jira Cloud
• Attained a 15% increase in product quality as well as an improvement
in predictability by implementing Agile metrics and reporting
(Velocity, Burndown Charts, etc.) with JIRA
• Implemented agile processes that increased stakeholder satisfaction
by 40%, while improving release schedules and reducing risks
• Achieved a 30% increase in team efficiency, managing risks and
dependencies by proactively identifying blockers and mitigating
challenges, ensuring smooth and on-time code releases
Black Water Mills and Grains Limited (BWMAG)
Agile Coach
February 2023 – July 2023
• Spearheaded agile transformation, leading to a 90% acceleration in
value delivery, optimizing release schedules, and improving
transparency with stakeholders
• Maintained a 95% stakeholder satisfaction rate through consistent
engagement, transparent reporting, and proactive issue resolution
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Scrum Fundamental Certified
(SFC) Certificate Id- 777786
April 2020
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Agile Project Management
Foundations - February 2018
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UK-Institute of Chartered and
Certified Professionals - August
2017
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Data Analysis and Interpretation
with Microsoft Excel
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Project/Program Management
Product Management
Agile Methodologies (Scrum,
Kanban & Lean)
Software Development Lifecycle
(SDLC)
Continuous
Integration
/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
Business Analysis
Risk Management
Release Management
Client Engagement
KPI Reporting & Agile Metrics
(Velocity, Burndown)
Process Improvement
Operational Alignment
Resource and Capacity Planning
Cross-functional
Team
Leadership
Communication
Servant Leadership
Collaboration
Problem Solving and Critical
Thinking
Conflict Resolution
Active Listening
Powerful Questions
Remote
Team
Facilitation
(Difficult Conversations and
Workshops)
Team Coaching and Mentoring
TECHNICAL
TOOLS
(Primavera,
JIRA
Cloud,
Confluence,
Miro,
Trello,
Monday, Asana, Click Up,
Microsoft Office Suite (Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Project), and
Google Workspace
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Fashion Design
Reading
Poetry
Established empiricism standards that empowered the product owner
and team in product backlog management, leading to the delivery of
high-impact features per sprint
Facilitated scrum events (sprint retrospectives, planning, and sprint
reviews), driving continuous improvement and increasing team
efficiency by 30%
Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria (RIFAN)
Senior Project Manager
July 2021– Jan 2023
• Managed 12 sprints, delivering high-priority features on time and
enhancing overall project delivery efficiency by 30%. Facilitated
retrospectives, planning sessions, and stand-ups to optimize team
performance and adapt to changes effectively
• Led the successful development and deployment of the EGTAFarmers Management System, resulting in a 70% increase in real
farmer validation and a 56% reduction in yield loss through enhanced
precision agriculture data. This involved streamlining processes and
integrating various functionalities to improve farm management
• Improved cross-team dependency management by 70%, addressing
and mitigating risks effectively to ensure smooth project execution
• Implemented a phased rollout strategy for the EGTA-FMS to
overcome initial user adoption challenges, successfully transitioning
and exceeding adoption targets by 15%
Monaco Energy & Equipment Services Limited
Project Manager
Feb 2018 – March 2021
• Implemented risk management strategies, developing HSSE
procedures and job hazard analysis, resulting in a 100% zero-fatality
record across three project sites.
• Utilized Jira Cloud for backlog management and progress tracking,
reducing context switching and distractions for engineers by 30%.
• Facilitated project planning, ensuring 95% on-time delivery by
drafting detailed project plans, RFQs, and contracts, aligning with
strategic business objectives
• Enhanced stakeholder engagement, increasing satisfaction scores by
25% through clear communication during progress updates and
strategy meetings
• Optimized resource management, using Microsoft Project for
scheduling and budget tracking, achieving a 15% cost reduction while
meeting all project deadlines
Data Infosec Consult Limited
Senior Data Analyst
May 2016 – Nov 2017
• Coached 13 interns and launched a mentorship program for new
employees at the organization
• Executed daily quality assurance and control on over 2000+ records
entered by data entry specialists
• Analyzed approximately 10,000 staff databases for Delta State Civil
Service using MySQL enabling data-driven decisions on employee
promotions, incentives, and benefits
Phillips Project Centre (PPC)/ SPDC
Network Project Lead
May 2014 – Dec 2014
• Improved network security by 20% by maintaining and monitoring
the server room, the wireless network, and other server infrastructure
• Increased operational efficiency by 40% by solving technical network
issues with a variety of tools, such as LAN cable testers, crimping
tools, and switches
