Our People

Compassion Australia has over 130 staff members, most of whom work at our head office at Warabrook, NSW. Compassion also has regional offices in Perth, WA; Sunshine Coast, QLD; Sydney, NSW; and Melbourne, VIC.

The Compassion Australia executive leadership team comprises Chief Executive Officer: Paul O’Rourke, Chief Operating Officer: Jeff Nagle, Executive Director of Child Development: David Harrison, Executive Director of Child Advocacy: DJ Konz.

CEO Profile – Paul O’Rourke

Compassion Australia’s Chief Executive Officer, Paul O’Rourke, describes himself as a passionate advocate for children.

Motivated by Proverbs 31:8 to speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, Paul’s mission is to challenge the Australian church to release children from spiritual, economic, social, physical and emotional poverty in Jesus’ name.

“One day we are all going to stand before the Lord and He will ask us what we did for the abused, neglected, exploited and hurting children of our world, both at home and abroad,” says Paul.

Paul joined Compassion Australia in November 1998 as Communications Manager, was later appointed Chief Operating Officer, and in 2001 became CEO. Prior to joining Compassion, Paul had extensive leadership experience in the print media as an editor-in-chief of daily and suburban newspapers in both NSW and Queensland.

He uses his leadership, speaking and writing skills to raise awareness of the needs of children, highlighting their special place in God’s heart, and challenging Christians to put their faith into action.

Paul is married to Janine. They have three children and two grandchildren. They attend Victory Christian Centre in Newcastle.

Church Relations Specialists

Compassion has staff members all over Australia who would love to come and talk with you about our ministry, answer your questions and discuss how you can become involved. Request a Speaker

Donor Relations

If you are looking to support our work beyond child sponsorship by making a once-off or regular donation, fundraising for Compassion, partnering your business or work-place with Compassion, or if you wish to enquire about leaving a bequest to Compassion in your Will, please contact:

Marcel DeLeon – QLD/NT
Brett Cannings – NSW/VIC/ACT/TAS
Heidi Cockram – WA/SA
02 4935 5000 / 1300 22 44 53
donorrelations@compassion.com.au

Events and Conferences

For all enquiries relating to having Compassion represented at your event, please contact:
Josh O'Rourke
02 4935 5000 / 1300 22 44 53
events@compassion.com.au

Media Relations

For all media enquiries please contact:
Mel Carswell
02 4935 5000 / 1300 22 44 53
supcomms@compassion.com.au