Apply now for the Brave Redemptive Fellowship Programme in Tech and Software Engineering
Immerse yourself in the Brave Redemptive Fellowship Programme in Tech and Software Engineering 9-month faith-infused tech experience. Our residential program blends deep technical training in software engineering and product design with an interdisciplinary curriculum, real-world application, and guidance from a global network of redemptive leaders. Fully Funded | Onsite in Ogbomoso, Oyo, Nigeria | Full-time | Residential
A case for a third option, Brave’s thesis There have been two prevailing worldviews for the creation and consumption of technology – exploitative and ethical. Today, we introduce a third: Redemptive. Technology’s pervasive influence requires intentional and thoughtful engagement to ensure human flourishing.
A redemptive framework is crucial for technology’s responsible use and impact on culture. Brave is a faith-driven tech talent accelerator that aims to equip a new generation of talents with the theory and praxis of redemptive tech in software engineering, product design, and entrepreneurship.
Building the foundational stock for a new kind of tech workforce in Africa
- Establishing the foundational stock for a novel type of technological workforce in Africa involves more than just honing technical skills. A Brave talent is deeply rooted in a faith-driven and redemptive framework for the conception, development, and utilization of technology.
- They adhere to a coherent philosophy or school of thought that not only guides their work but also inspires others to learn and adopt the same. Their problem-solving approach is fueled by exceptionally developed critical and creative thinking abilities.
- They are conscious of being thought leaders, excelling in both written and oral communication. Additionally, they value the unity of their community and understand the importance of being firmly grounded in a specific place for community transformation.
- The typical Brave talent is confident in their identity in Christ and believes they are in the tech world for a specific purpose. They engage in intelligent conversations, driven by a desire to learn, dream, and explore the unknown.
- They acknowledge the profound impact of technology on humanity and humbly accept the responsibility of being God’s instruments in this field.
- Their minds are not confined by boundaries of time or space; they have a global and transgenerational perspective, drawing inspiration from various sources.
The talent we seek – Brave Redemptive Fellowship Programme in Tech and Software Engineering
- The ideal candidate we are looking for is a driven entrepreneurial software engineer or product designer, with exceptions considered.
- We seek someone who is a believer with a purpose-driven approach to life, a cerebral thinker with superior cognitive capacities.
- This individual should enjoy multiple hobbies, particularly obscure and unique ones, and demonstrate agency in various scenarios.
- Strong problem-solving skills are a must, along with exhibiting multiple intelligences according to Howard Gardner’s theory.
- The ability to commit to the process is essential. While the preferred age range is 18-26, exceptions in rare cases will be considered.
Are you a Christ-Following software engineer, product designer or innovator?
We invite you to join us in shaping the future of tech, design, and entrepreneurship with a redemptive lens. You will gain the skills, mindset, and ethos to transform culture, lead innovations, cultivate a thriving community, and embrace curiosity in your pursuit of a redemptive impact on the world.
PHASE 1 – 6 MONTHS
Through an intensive 6-month training phase, fellows deepen their expertise in software engineering or product design while grounding themselves in a redemptive theology of work, innovation, business, and leadership. Plus practical work readiness workshops and ongoing mentorship.
PHASE 2 – 3 MONTHS
A 3-month venture incubation or high-impact internship completes the journey – equipping fellows as outstanding builders, ready to create sustainable solutions that breathe life into communities.
Program details – Brave Redemptive Fellowship Programme in Tech and Software Engineering
Format | In-person (on-campus), Full-time, Fully residential |
Location | Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria |
Resumption Date | July 24th, 2024 |
Duration | 9 months |
Learning Structure | Experiential from start to finish |
Program Fee | |
Scholarship Includes | Housing, feeding, internet covered – NO stipend |
Cohort | 24 fellows (engineers, designers, innovators) |
Application Process | 2 Interviews, then Offer (all within 2 weeks max) |
Curriculum – Brave Redemptive Fellowship Programme in Tech and Software Engineering
Redemptive Exploration | Innovation | Entrepreneurship | Leadership | Software Engineering | Product Design | Work Readiness |
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Good and Hard Quests | Systems Thinking | Business Foundations | Personal Mastery | Intro to Computing | Design Foundations | Writing & Speaking Well |
Tech & Shaping of Culture | Sensemaking and the Product Field | Industry Analysis | Visioneering & Pioneering | Programming Fundamentals | Theories, Principles & Frameworks | Managing Stakeholders |
Theology of Work | Principles of Value Creation | Lean Startup | Decision Making | Backend / Frontend Development | Tools & Techniques | Spreadsheet, Email & Work Tools |
The Redemptive Frame | Research Mastery | Business Finance | Building & Working in Teams | Cloud Technologies | UX Deep Dive | Working Remotely |
The Culture Mandate | Africa & Innovation | Startup Economics | Authentic Leadership | Pattern Language | Visual Mastery | lntercultural Competence |
The Holy Spirit and Witty Inventions | Critical Thinking and Creative Thinking | How to Sell (B2B & B2C) | Leadership Agility | Simulations & Client Projects | Product Management | Mastering Interviews |
Building Redemptive and Cultural Goods | AI-ing & The World Wide Web3 | Storytelling & Branding | Competitiveness & Market Leadership | Engineering Research & Industry Exploration | Motion Design | Visual Communication & Presentation |
Opportunities for Redemptive Imagination (ORIs) | ESG 101 | Corporate Governance | Thought Leadership | Agile Dev & Product Management | Midjourney Prompt Engineering | Advanced Workplace Math |
VENTURE BUILDING
Fellows on venture-pathway option will be placed into 3-month venture building guided by expert EIRs
GLOBAL INTERNSHIP
Fellows on job-pathway option will be placed into 3-month internship roles in companies globally
9-MONTH 1:1 MENTORSHIP
Each fellow will be matched with a top redemptive tech/entrepreneurial leader for regular 1:1s