Media releases: 29 March 2024
The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) has made changes to two other roles in the Leadership Team.
In response to increased focus on climate change and in particular energy transition in remote, rural and regional communities, FRRR has created a new role on the Leadership Team to focus on climate solutions.
Former FRRR General Manager of Partnership and Philanthropy, Sarah Matthee, has been appointed Climate Solutions Portfolio Lead. In this role, she will work with funders and community groups to better respond to changing climate impacts and drive local solutions that reduce emissions through education, engagement and action.
Natalie says that while FRRR has always worked in this area, the increasing prominence of these issues prompted the organisation to separate Climate Solutions from the Disaster Resilience and Recovery portfolio.
“Sarah is personally passionate about this space and, having been with FRRR for the last six years leading our Partnerships and Services team, she knows the key stakeholders well and has hit the ground running.
“I am also delighted to announce that we’ve appointed Jillian Kirwan Lee as Head of Partnerships. Jillian joined us in 2022, working alongside Sarah, and brings great experience in strategic partnership development and relationship management.
“I’m delighted to have her join the Leadership Team, helping grow our network of supporters to achieve our goal of granting out $30 million per year to support the remote, rural and regional communities that are at the heart of Australia’s prosperity,” Natalie explained.
