Agile Coach

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

Agile Coach

The Agile Coach supports the continuous buildup of Agile Framework and Methodologies within Bayer. The position will provide guidance to Project Leads, Scrum Team and all employees managing a project following the Agile framework.

Your Roles And Responsibilities

• Ensure development and implementation of Agile mindset within Bayer to aid and sustain high performing teams following Agile principles
• Coach and mentor leadership and team members on different Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, Scaled Agile, based on the team construct and to align them with the overall portfolio
• Coach new Scrum-Masters in efficiently facilitating Scrum ceremonies like sprint planning, daily scrum, sprint review and retrospective meetings
• Design programs or activities to facilitate the adoption of Agile Principle in the organization, including an operating model for future Agile practices
• Develop a recruitment, training, and development strategy with the goal of building internal capability in Agile coaching
• Prepare and facilitate training different teams on Agile Principles
• Provide detailed guidelines and directions to all central and local teams in managing projects using Agile framework and methodologies
• Help teams stay on track of projects using Agile Framework and Methodologies
• Regularly conduct assessment of the team’s Agile maturity
• Serve as Scrum Master when needed especially for new or special project teams
  
  

Who You Are

• 3+ years of experience as an Agile Coach
• 5+ years of Agile experience in project and product development that has delivered significant customer and business value
• Experience in Agile Transformation of varying project/initiative size and complexity
• Has ability to apply and transfer practical knowledge in different Agile frameworks and methodologies
• Strong leader, mentor and coach
• Excellent communicator and motivator
• Proven skills in facilitation, collaboration, conflict resolution and problem solving
• Certification in Agile, Scrum, Kanban or SAFe
• Coaching certification is a plus but not required
• Ability to build up trustful relationships.
  
  

YOUR APPLICATION

Local regulations and legal requirements vary per country of hire and will be discussed with considered candidates individually based on their potential of hire.

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

Bayer is committed to providing barrier-free access and support-facilities for individuals with disabilities - during the application process and beyond. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to request any support / equipment they may need via the contact information below.

IMPORTANT NOTE for POTENTIAL CANADIAN CANDIDATES: This position requires full vaccination against COVID-19.

Location: Philippines : National Capital : Taguig

Division: Enabling Functions

Reference Code: 848023