RUTH NAMUSAAZI
Minneapolis
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with a proven track record at Apple Inc., adept in Agile methodologies and stakeholder management. Successfully led cross-functional teams to enhance project delivery and compliance, driving process improvements and fostering innovation. Skilled in budget management and coaching, ensuring projects meet objectives and exceed expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager/Agile Scrum Master
Apple Inc.
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Supported team members in using project management software to track progress and resource allocation throughout the SDLC.
- Collaborated with Product Owners and stakeholders to define project scope and manage the product backlog.
- Functioned as the Scrum master, leading ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives) for the development team.
- Managed software development projects, utilizing Scrum methodologies to facilitate iterative delivery and continuous improvement.
- Fostered a culture of innovation and creativity within the project team, leading to improved problem-solving capabilities and enhanced outcomes.
Project Manager, Data Protection Analyst
Beazley
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Led projects focused on data governance and regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to relevant data protection standards.
- Served as a Data Protection Analyst, conducting risk assessments, data mapping, and developing policies to support corporate compliance.
- Managed the full project lifecycle for internal compliance initiatives, from initiation through execution and closure.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and streamline project delivery.
- Facilitated regular status meetings, providing updates and addressing team concerns effectively.
Project Manager
703 Associates
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Managed and delivered multiple IT and business projects using a blend of Scrum and Waterfall approaches.
- Implemented Scrum practices across various teams to enhance efficiency and project transparency.
- Responsible for resource allocation, budget tracking, and preparing comprehensive project status reports for management.
- Analyzed risk factors and developed mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions effectively.
- Mentored junior staff members by sharing valuable insights on effective project management practices that led them to succeed in their roles.
- Evaluated completed projects'' outcomes against established objectives and created detailed reports on lessons learned for future reference.
- Played a crucial role in stakeholder management by addressing concerns promptly while ensuring transparency in communications throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Bedfordshire University
London, UK01-2019
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Makerere University
Kampala Uganda01-2016
Skills
- Project planning and development
- Project scheduling
- Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Stakeholder management
- Technical and Analytical skills
- SDLC
- Business Analysis and requirement elicitation
- Budget management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Data mapping and analysis
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Process improvement
Certification
- PMP - Project Management Professional
- PSM 1- Professional Scrum Master
- ECBA - Entry Certificate in Business Analysis
Timeline
Project Manager/Agile Scrum Master
Apple Inc.
10.2024 - 10.2025
Project Manager, Data Protection Analyst
Beazley
08.2022 - 09.2024
Project Manager
703 Associates
01.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Design
Bedfordshire University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Makerere University