Strategic Technology & Digital Innovation Consultant
Part-Time | Independent Contractor (1099) | Remote | As Needed
About Big Ideas Educational Services
Big Ideas Educational Services is a rapidly growing nonprofit organization providing high-quality after-school and summer learning programs for students and families.
As we continue to grow, we are looking for a strategic technology partner who can help us build systems that improve communication, increase efficiency, and enhance the family experience through automation and innovative technology.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Strategic Technology & Digital Innovation Consultant to help Big Ideas design and implement technology solutions that improve communication, automate processes, and support future organizational growth.
This is not a traditional website maintenance position. Instead, we're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, streamlining workflows, and introducing technologies that help organizations operate more efficiently.
Compensation
- Independent Contractor (1099)
- Part-time, as needed
- Hourly compensation based on experience
- Opportunity for long-term partnership as Big Ideas continues to grow
Responsibilities
The consultant may assist with:
Communication Automation
- Develop automated email workflows.
- Design parent communication journeys.
- Build newsletter automation.
- Automate enrollment communications.
- Create email sequences for families and staff.
Website & Systems Integration
- Integrate website forms with communication platforms.
- Connect CRM, registration, and communication tools.
- Improve website functionality through automation.
- Recommend technology solutions that reduce manual work.
SMS & Parent Engagement
- Implement SMS/text messaging solutions.
- Automate reminders and notifications.
- Improve family communication systems.
Artificial Intelligence
- Recommend AI tools to improve organizational efficiency.
- Explore AI-assisted parent support.
- Identify automation opportunities using AI.
Digital Strategy
- Develop a technology roadmap.
- Recommend scalable solutions.
- Evaluate emerging technologies.
- Help prioritize future technology initiatives.
Future Initiatives
- Mobile application planning.
- Communication platform recommendations.
- Digital engagement strategy.
- Technology consulting for organizational growth.
Qualifications
We're looking for someone with experience in several of the following:
- Website integrations
- Marketing automation
- CRM implementation
- Email automation platforms
- SMS communication systems
- API integrations
- AI tools and automation
- WordPress
- Mobile application planning
- Digital strategy
- Technology consulting
Experience with platforms such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, HubSpot, Brevo, Twilio, Zapier, Make, or similar automation tools is highly desirable.
What We're Looking For
We value someone who:
- Thinks strategically.
- Solves problems proactively.
- Enjoys building systems.
- Communicates clearly.
- Recommends improvements rather than waiting for direction.
- Wants to grow with a mission-driven organization.
This is a remote position.