CX DEFO based in Aust = $96 k per year. After 4 years = $117 k per year. Correct me if I'm wrong...???
So, VA seems to be better a better offer than CX. Who would have thought? Again, correct me if I'm wrong.
The CRFO position is like calling a Travelodge receptionist an "international guest liason officer". Call it what it is: Second Officer. Career progressoin? 2-3 years as SO then (probably / possibly) FO with DJ, then RE-APPLY for your a positoin with VA, with past "experience" taken into account.
As per a previous post, for those willing to take that money for that job CAN NEVER have the right to complain about the accomodation, meals, allowances, roster, or least of all salary. You have just contributed to lowering the standards. I have no issues about people taking the job - each to their own and I can't know every person's situation. But know what you have done. Eyes wide open people with your decision.