Canadian-Based Resource Mobilization Expert (Volunteer)
Co-Lead – $1M Capital Raise for Rural Micro-Factory Scale-Up
Organization: MAMLO FOODS
Supported By: Catalyste+
Location: Hybrid – Canada-based (remote) + 14 Days in Western Kenya
Role Type: Volunteer | Strategic Leadership
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
About MAMLO FOODS
MAMLO FOODS is scaling a rural Micro-Factory Model designed to increase incomes for rural farmers through localized value addition.
By bringing processing closer to farming communities, we:
• Reduce post-harvest losses
• Improve food safety compliance
• Capture higher margins locally
• Create rural employment
• Increase and stabilize farmer incomes
Catalyste+ Partnership
This initiative is supported by Catalyste+, which mobilizes experienced Canadian professionals to strengthen enterprises and drive inclusive economic growth globally.
The selected Co-Lead will contribute to this Catalyste+ supported scale initiative.
The Scale Objective
We are mobilizing $1 million in catalytic capital to:
• Establish 10 rural micro-factories
• Integrate 5,000 smallholder farmers into value-added markets
• Increase participating farmers’ incomes by 3X
• Create 120 permanent rural jobs
• Strengthen livelihoods for 25,000 individuals
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Canadian-based Resource Mobilization Expert (Volunteer) to co-lead the design and execution of a structured capital mobilization strategy.
This includes leading a high-visibility capital campaign designed to:
• Activate aligned Canadian networks
• Engage values-driven supporters
• Leverage digital fundraising platforms strategically
• Unlock catalytic early commitments
• Attract institutional and philanthropic capital
Hybrid Engagement Structure
This role includes:
• Remote strategy design and campaign leadership (Canada-based)
• A 14-day in-country engagement in Western Kenya
During the in-country phase, the Co-Lead will:
• Visit farming communities and micro-factory sites
• Engage directly with rural farmers
• Strengthen the campaign narrative through field immersion
• Align fundraising strategy with on-the-ground operational realities
Travel and essential expenses will be fully covered
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will:
• Co-design and execute the $1M capital mobilization roadmap
• Develop campaign positioning and capital narrative
• Activate Canadian philanthropic and private networks
• Guide digital campaign rollout and traction strategy
• Engage high-net-worth and aligned partners
• Convert campaign momentum into institutional funding conversations
• Track capital milestones and performance
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a candidate who has:
• Experience raising six- or seven-figure funding
• Experience leading structured fundraising or capital campaigns
• Strong networks within Canadian philanthropy or impact communities
• Familiarity with digital capital mobilization tools
• Strategic orientation toward measurable livelihood outcomes
• Ability to operate both at boardroom and community level
Why This Role Matters
Smallholder farmers produce value but capture limited margins.
Local processing increases margins and stabilizes incomes.
Catalytic capital accelerates scale.
The selected Co-Lead will directly influence the speed at which 5,000 farmers experience an increase in income growth.
What Success Looks Like (Within 12 Months)
• Structured capital campaign launched
• Early catalytic commitments secured
• Institutional conversations advanced
• Clear path toward $1M close
• Acceleration of micro-factory deployment
Application Process
Submit:
- A one-page statement outlining relevant capital mobilization experience
- Examples of fundraising initiatives or campaigns led
- Description of networks you can activate
- CV or professional profile
Send to:
Subject Line:
Application – Canadian Resource Mobilization Co-Lead
Deadline: 31 March 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a strategic discussion.
