OPERATIONS SUPPORT CONTRACTOR (PART-TIME, REMOTE)

GREENER PASTURES IS HIRING: OPERATIONS SUPPORT CONTRACTOR (PART-TIME, REMOTE) ABOUT GREENER PASTURES • Greener Pastures is a Minneapolis-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a mission to help build a more humane, sustainable, and just food system through positive visual storytelling. Learn more at togreenerpastures.org. POSITION SUMMARY • Greener Pastures is seeking a highly dependable Operations Support Contractor to help keep key communications and administrative systems running smoothly. • This is a part-time, remote independent contractor role focused on website updates, email and social publishing support, donor/admin systems, and light program logistics. • This is a short-term contract with the potential (not guaranteed) for ongoing work based on organizational needs and budget. LOCATION • Remote. • Contractors must be located in Minnesota or Wisconsin. • Strong preference for someone based in the Twin Cities metro area or able to travel occasionally to the Twin Cities for in-person needs as required (rare). HOURS, COMPENSATION, AND TERM • 8–10 hours per week. • $25–$30 per hour, invoiced monthly (contractor is responsible for all taxes and insurance). • Anticipated start date: February 1, 2026 (or as soon as filled). • Anticipated contract end date: June 30, 2026. HOW WE’LL WORK TOGETHER • Weekly 30-minute check-in, plus async communication as needed. • Work will be assigned and prioritized weekly to fit within the agreed hours. • Contractor will provide a simple weekly status update (what’s done, what’s in progress, what’s blocked). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Website support (Showit) • Make simple website updates (text swaps, image swaps, new sections, basic page edits) • Post updates related to events, webinars, program information, and announcements • Email and contact management (Mailchimp) • Upload and organize contacts, tag/segment lists, and maintain list hygiene • Build and schedule emails using existing templates and guidance • QA email formatting, links, and basic accessibility checks before send • Social publishing support • Load pre-created content into social media publishing tools for scheduling • Apply captions, links, and basic formatting using Greener Pastures templates and guidance • Donor and admin operations (Donorbox + internal tracking) • Maintain donor data hygiene and update internal spreadsheets/trackers • Support donor stewardship workflows (drafting thank-you messages/cards using templates, preparing mailings) • Assist with basic donation reporting and list exports as needed • Airtable and Google Workspace support • Update Airtable records and basic views as needed (tracking contacts, projects, or outreach) • Maintain shared Google Docs, Google Sheets, and file organization in Google Drive • Light program and partnership support (small component of role) • Support logistics for an event, webinar, or partnership touchpoint as needed (e.g., RSVP lists, reminders, calendar invites, follow-up emails, basic notes) REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • 1–3+ years of experience in administrative, operations, communications coordination, or similar support work • Very strong Google Workspace skills, especially Google Docs and Google Sheets • Comfort working across multiple tools and platforms, including: • Showit (or demonstrated ability to learn website CMS platforms quickly) • Mailchimp • Airtable • Donorbox (or donor CRM experience with ability to learn quickly) • Familiarity with event tools (Eventbrite, Zoom webinars, calendar invite workflows) • Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through (you catch errors before they go out) • Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision, while communicating clearly and proactively • Strong written communication skills, including light copyediting/copywriting using an existing brand voice • Ability to handle confidential donor and organizational information with discretion • English fluency (spoken and written) • Experience supporting nonprofits, small businesses, or startup environments • Basic accessibility awareness (captions/alt text best practices, link formatting, readability) HOW TO APPLY • Email your application to sarah.carroll@togreenerpastures.org with the subject line: Operations Support Contractor Application • Please include: • Resume and Cover Letter explaining your relevant experience with Showit, Mailchimp, Airtable, and donor/admin support • Optional: 1–2 brief work samples (examples could include an email you built in Mailchimp, a website update screenshot, a sample tracker you maintained—redacted as needed) HIRING TIMELINE (ESTIMATED) • Applications due: January 5, 2026 • Interviews: mid to late January • Anticipated start date: February 1, 2026 EQUAL OPPORTUNITY Greener Pastures is an equal opportunity organization. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job