I’m Nick Van Biljon —a seasoned Project Manager and certified Scrum Master with over 15 years of experience delivering complex, technology-driven initiatives. I’m excited about the opportunity to bring my leadership, SaaS expertise, and Agile mindset to your team.
Throughout my career, I’ve led high-performing software development teams in fast-paced environments, delivering scalable SaaS solutions from concept through production. I have extensive experience managing distributed, cross-functional teams that include developers, QA, UX/UI, and product stakeholders, ensuring alignment between technical execution and business outcomes.
I’m passionate about delivering value—not just completing tasks. Whether it’s aligning stakeholders, managing risks, or removing delivery bottlenecks, I’m hands-on, strategic, and results-driven. I’m equally comfortable working at the roadmap level or diving into sprint-level execution with development teams.
Here’s what I bring to the table:
Proven Project & SaaS Leadership: I manage the full software delivery lifecycle—from discovery and backlog refinement to release and post-launch optimization—ensuring SaaS platforms are scalable, secure, and customer-focused.
Agile & Team Management Expertise: As a certified Scrum Master, I’ve built and led Agile software teams, implemented Scrum and hybrid Agile frameworks, improved delivery velocity, and fostered a strong culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
Modern Development Collaboration (AI Coding): I actively collaborate with developers using modern, fast-feedback approaches—including Vibe coding—to accelerate ideation, validate solutions quickly, and maintain strong alignment between product vision and implementation.
Clear, Confident Communication: My collaborative leadership style keeps executives, engineers, and clients aligned, informed, and motivated—especially in complex SaaS and product-driven environments.
I’m eager to step into a role where I can blend strategic vision with hands-on execution. I don’t just manage projects—I enable software teams to build great products, move fast with confidence, and deliver measurable business impact.
If you’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running, lead SaaS initiatives effectively, and empower development teams to perform at their best, I’d welcome the opportunity to connect. I’m available for a conversation at your convenience—virtually or in person
Best regards,
Nick Van Biljon
Scrum
Agile Project Management
Agile Software Development
Project Management
Microsoft Project
Business Management
Management Skills
Product Backlog
AI Development
AI Implementation
AI Agent Development
Phethile N.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$60/hr
5.0
10 jobs
Some businesses break through barriers while others stagnate - why should yours thrive? Transform your business with targeted financial strategies, product management, agile project management expertise, and SEO optimization that drive operational efficiency, revenue growth with market differentiation today! Tap into WHO your buyers are and help them find you. Better yet, let’s retain them as well. 𝗜 𝗳𝗶𝘅 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗻’𝘁 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝗱!
Core Services
1. Growth Strategy & Execution Plan
Develop data-driven business plans that align financial goals, marketing, and operations to drive growth.
• Business audits, goal setting, SWOT analysis
• Market positioning, go-to-market strategies
• Full-stack growth solutions (revenue, metrics, leadership coaching)
2. Financial Strategy & Risk Management
Create financial strategies that optimize cash flow, mitigate risks, and prepare your business for growth.
• Workflow optimization, productivity improvement
• Risk audits, contingency planning
3. Agile Project Management
Streamline workflows and reduce inefficiencies using Agile methodologies.
• Scrum, Kanban, sprint planning, progress tracking
4. SEO with GA4 Optimization & Digital Growth Strategy
Improve visibility, drive traffic, and convert visitors into customers through SEO and digital marketing.
• SEO audits, keyword research, site speed optimization, competitor analysis, etc.
• Google My Business optimization, content audits, content writing, backlink analysis, etc.
5. Data-Driven Business Optimization
Analyze data to identify gaps and boost ROI across all business processes, ongoing content support-including next generation Google Analytics 4 for web.
6. ROI-Focused Financial Reporting
Get actionable financial and SEO performance reports for better decision-making.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀
1. Strategic Audits: A full review of your business, finance, operations, and SEO to spot inefficiencies.
2. Custom Solutions: Tailored strategies to optimize efficiency, profitability, and visibility.
3. Agile Implementation: Implement agile practices to improve workflows and reduce waste.
4. Performance Tracking: Detailed reports track financial and SEO performance to drive data-driven decisions.
𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀
• 45% increase in organic traffic for an eCommerce business.
• 30% increase in cash flow for a retail client through better financial reporting.
• 25% reduction in project delivery times using Agile for a manufacturing client.
• 20% boost in eCommerce efficiency through optimized workflows.
𝗠𝘆 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵
• Tailored Financial & SEO Strategies: Customized to your business needs, maximizing both financial health and online visibility.
• Agile Framework Expertise: Streamline operations, eliminate inefficiencies, and speed up project delivery times.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Make better, faster decisions with real-time financial and SEO data analysis.
𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀 & 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀
• SEO & Digital Marketing: Google Analytics 4, Google search console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, Yoast, Screaming Frog, WordPress
• Accounting: QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Accpac, Microsoft Excel
• Project Management: Smartsheet, Asana, Zoho, ClickUp
• Collaboration: Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Teams
𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲
With nearly 20 years of experience helping businesses streamline operations, optimize finances, and improve data-driven SEO including Google Analytics 4, I offer tailored, data-driven solutions. My clients range from startups to 7-figure companies, benefiting from turnkey growth solutions across industries like eCommerce, manufacturing, marketing, farming and more. I have won multiple awards in different fields and have years of experience in vastly different industries. Come on board and let’s turn your business into a winner!
Next Steps
1. Initial Consultation: We’ll start with a free, 1-hour discovery call to chat about your needs, challenges, and goals.
2. Project Scoping: We’ll define the project scope with clear, actionable objectives, ensuring everything aligns with your business goals.
3. Strategy Development: Together, we’ll develop a tailored strategy using data-driven insights and create a roadmap for implementation.
4. Implementation: We’ll deploy the right tools and methodologies to execute the strategy smoothly.
5. Monitoring & Reporting: Regular monitoring with weekly updates and custom dashboards to track key metrics.
6. Review & Adjust: Thorough reviews at key milestones, making necessary adjustments to stay on track.
7. Completion & ROI Assessment: We’ll complete the project/s and conduct a post-project ROI assessment to validate success and implement learnings to further fuel your growth.
𝗟𝗲𝘁'𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁
Whether you’re struggling with financial planning, need structured product management, or looking to scale your online visibility, let’s chat about how I can help you achieve tangible growth and efficiency.
Data Analysis
Process Optimization
Business Strategy
Project Management Support
Product Management
Marketing Operations & Workflow
Virtual Assistance
KPI Metric Development
Critical Thinking Skills
SEO Performance
SEO Setup & Configuration
Creative Writing
SEO Writing
On-Page SEO
Artificial Intelligence
Paul G.
Pretoria, South Africa
$150/hr
5.0
22 jobs
Paul Grobler is a servant leader with more than fifteen years of experience starting and managing a variety of projects and teams. He is passionate about how technology can be used to improve productivity. He provides online consulting, coaching, and training to individuals and teams on how to be more productive and get more out of online tools. This includes identifying the right tool for the job, getting set up with a new tool, or consulting on how to use current tools better. As an Asana Service Partner, Forum Leader, and Event Leader, he focuses his work on Asana Work Management. He is also certified as a Professional Scrum Master and has a deep knowledge of Google Workspace.
Scrum
Project Management
Asana
Project Scheduling
Google Sheets
Leadership Development
Management Consulting
Training
Technical Project Management
Project Plans
Project Management Professional
Executive Coaching
Gert B.
Johannesburg, South Africa
$26/hr
4.8
2 jobs
"I’ll often joke that when people ask what business analysis is, I say: ‘You know all those times people say, “somebody should look into that?” I’m the person that looks into that.’” – Jonathan Haskel
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With a multifaceted career spanning education, technology, and business, I deliver strategic solutions that bridge the gap between vision and execution. Whether leading high-stakes projects, mapping processes, or crafting actionable strategies, I specialize in transforming complexity into clarity and driving success for organizations across industries.
In previous roles, I’ve been the linchpin connecting technical teams, stakeholders, and business objectives. My expertise in business process improvement, strategic project management, and change adoption has streamlined operations, fostered collaboration, and unlocked new opportunities for growth.
Proficient in tools like ClickUp, Jira, Confluence, Asana, and ServiceNow, I align workflows to optimize efficiency and create valuable knowledge assets for teams. From designing intuitive processes to implementing large-scale change initiatives, my work empowers teams to operate at their best.
Notably, my experience in big data, analytics, and business intelligence—including time spent at a world-class credit bureau—equips me with the insights needed to thrive in dynamic, tech-driven environments. I excel at identifying trends, driving innovation, and aligning strategic goals with practical outcomes.
I’m passionate about joining forward-thinking organizations, where I can apply my skills to develop impactful projects, foster innovation, and help shape the future of business.
Let’s connect to discuss how I can contribute to your team’s success.
Warm regards,
Gert Bresler
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