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Jira for Remote Project Management Training Course

Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.

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Introduction

This course focuses on using Jira for managing remote projects. Participants will learn how to leverage Jira’s features and functionalities to coordinate teams, track progress, and manage tasks effectively in a remote work environment. The course covers best practices for remote project management, Jira’s advanced capabilities, and strategies for ensuring successful project delivery.

Duration

5 Days

Target Audience

  • Project managers and coordinators
  • Remote team leaders and supervisors
  • Agile coaches and scrum masters
  • Program managers and directors
  • Operations managers

Personal Impact

  • Gain proficiency in using Jira for remote project management.
  • Develop skills in customizing Jira for remote team needs.
  • Improve ability to manage tasks, track progress, and coordinate teams remotely.
  • Enhance capability to create and use Jira dashboards and reports.
  • Increase confidence in addressing remote project management challenges with Jira.

Organizational Impact

  • Enhanced management of remote projects through effective use of Jira.
  • Improved remote team collaboration and communication.
  • Better tracking and reporting on project progress and performance.
  • Increased efficiency in managing tasks and workflows remotely.
  • Strengthened organizational capability for remote project management with Jira.

Course Level: Advanced

Course Outline

Course Objectives

  • Utilize Jira’s features to manage remote projects effectively.
  • Implement best practices for remote project coordination and communication.
  • Customize Jira workflows and dashboards to fit remote project needs.
  • Leverage Jira’s reporting and tracking tools to monitor project progress.
  • Develop strategies to address common challenges in remote project management.

Course Modules

Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Jira for Remote Project Management

  • Overview of Jira’s Capabilities for Remote Teams
  • Key Concepts and Features Relevant to Remote Project Management
  • Setting Up Jira for Remote Projects
  • Understanding Jira’s Project Types and Boards

Module 2: Customizing Jira for Remote Projects

  • Configuring Jira Workflows and Issue Types for Remote Needs
  • Customizing Fields, Screens, and Forms
  • Creating and Managing Remote Team Boards
  • Setting Up Permissions and Roles for Remote Teams

Module 3: Coordinating Remote Teams with Jira

  • Best Practices for Remote Team Communication in Jira
  • Using Jira for Task Assignment and Tracking
  • Managing Sprints and Backlogs in a Remote Environment
  • Setting Up Notifications and Alerts for Remote Collaboration

Module 4: Tracking and Reporting on Remote Projects

  • Using Jira’s Reporting Tools to Monitor Project Progress
  • Creating Custom Dashboards for Remote Team Visibility
  • Generating and Analyzing Reports on Project Metrics
  • Tracking Remote Team Performance and Productivity

Module 5: Addressing Challenges in Remote Project Management

  • Common Challenges in Remote Project Management and How to Overcome Them
  • Strategies for Ensuring Effective Remote Collaboration
  • Leveraging Jira’s Features to Address Remote Work Issues
  • Conducting Remote Project Reviews and Retrospectives

Course Administration Details

Methodology

These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]


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Course Schedules

We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs. We use the highest quality learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable as possible. Our face to face calendar allows you to choose any classroom course of your choice to be delivered at any venue of your choice - offering you the ultimate in convenience and value for money.

December 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
1 Dec - 5 Dec 5 days Kisumu KES 84,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Mombasa KES 92,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Nakuru KES 84,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Nairobi KES 83,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
1 Dec - 5 Dec 5 days Kigali $1,500 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Zanzibar $1,800 Individual Group
8 Dec - 12 Dec 5 days Dubai $2,600 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Kampala $1,900 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Accra $2,400 Individual Group
15 Dec - 19 Dec 5 days Pretoria $2,400 Individual Group

November 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Mombasa KES 92,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
17 Nov - 21 Nov 5 days Nakuru KES 84,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Nairobi KES 83,000 | $1,100 Individual Group
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Zanzibar $1,800 Individual Group
10 Nov - 14 Nov 5 days Dubai $2,600 Individual Group
17 Nov - 21 Nov 5 days Kampala $1,900 Individual Group
17 Nov - 21 Nov 5 days Accra $2,400 Individual Group
24 Nov - 28 Nov 5 days Pretoria $2,400 Individual Group

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