Chief Revenue Officer

Rural Aid is Australia's most trusted Rural Charity. 

They are Brisbane locals with a national focus, founded in 2015 on the back of the very successful ‘Buy a Bale’ drought fundraising campaign of 2013. Funded by donations and corporate partners / supporters, our Charity provides assistance to farmers and rural communities during times of natural disasters and also supports the long-term sustainability and well-being of the agriculture sector.  

Rural Aid’s - Vision is that farming and rural communities are safeguarded to ensure their sustainability during and after the impact of natural disasters.
Rural Aid's Mission is to provide economic and empathetic support or assistance to rural communities through partnering with key stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes. Rural Aid promises to ensure donors’ money is used transparently to provide effective and timely assistance to those Primary Producers (and rural communities) most in need.

Rural Aid’s Values
At Rural Aid their values guide their actions, roles and teams and also provides the foundation for how they do business, including administration and finance operations. They are proudly;  

• Empathetic & compassionate (in everything we do, everyone we deal with);
• Transparent & accountable (being open, honest and outcomes focused);
• Supported & empowered (to achieve community and personal growth);
• Ambitious & adaptable (in order to find solutions to new and diverse challenges); and
• Commercially responsible (to ensure the long-term future of the charity).

As the CRO, you'll report directly to the CEO of Rural Aid, taking ownership of their Growth Strategy. This involves overseeing revenue generation across multiple channels, including individual donors, corporate partnerships, and grant funding opportunities. They're seeking someone with a proven track record in leading multi-channel fundraising programs and a knack for identifying innovative approaches to engage donors and supporters.
  
In addition to revenue generation, you'll also be responsible for overseeing Rural Aid's marketing efforts. This includes managing marketing campaigns, and communications, and maintaining a consistent brand presence to maximise awareness and engagement.
  
Collaboration is key at Rural Aid. You'll work closely with the CEO, Board, and team members to align fundraising, marketing, and communications efforts with organisational priorities. They're looking for someone with strong leadership skills, exceptional organisational abilities, and a genuine passion for their cause.
  
If you have at least five years of senior experience in Marketing Communications or fundraising, along with a demonstrated ability to build strategic relationships and meet revenue targets, please contact Chris McWilliam on 0448 880 *** for a confidential discussion or click below to apply.