Job Description

Job Overview

The Product Owner (Mobile App & Web) will support the planning, documentation, and delivery of Ed-admin's mobile application and web features. The role involves product ownership and analytical responsibilities, ensuring that product requirements are well-defined, user-centric, and aligned with business goals.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Product Owner, Development Team, and other stakeholders to gather, document, and validate requirements, as well as contribute to prioritizing and managing the mobile app & web backlog. This position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, analytical, and passionate about mobile app development and the EdTech domain.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business and user requirements.

Translate requirements into clear, actionable user stories, functional specifications, and acceptance criteria.

Maintain and prioritize the mobile app & web product backlog in alignment with business goals.

Work closely with developers, designers, and QA teams to ensure proper understanding and implementation of requirements.

Participate in Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.

Support the Product Owner in defining the product roadmap and feature priorities.

Conduct gap analyses, impact assessments, and feasibility studies for new features.

Gather and analyze user feedback, metrics, and analytics to suggest product improvements.

Maintain detailed documentation for requirements, workflows, and release notes.

Education

Essential

Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Preferred

Certification or coursework in Agile, Scrum, or Product Management.

Experience

Essential

2+ years of experience in product management, business analysis, or a related role.

Experience working with mobile applications/web or digital products.

Preferred

Experience in an EdTech environment or with SaaS-based platforms.

Hands-on experience using tools like Jira, Trello, or similar Agile management platforms.

Technical Skills

Essential

Understanding of mobile app & web development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.

Ability to write clear user stories and acceptance criteria.

Familiarity with app & web analytics and reporting tools.

Strong documentation and organizational skills.

Preferred

Basic understanding of UX/UI design principles.

Knowledge of APIs and integration processes.

Familiarity with tools such as Figma, Notion, or Confluence.

Interpersonal Skills

Essential

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Adaptability in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Preferred

Proactive mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies.

Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Remuneration

USD 16-23

Working day and hours

Mon to Fri, some weekend work may be necessary to support our operation which is 24 x 7

Working hours are 8 hrs minimum between 8am to 6pm CAT

Date needed to Start

As soon as possible

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R260,00 - R380,00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Work Location: Remote