Chief Design Officer Salary in Jimma, Oromia
Jimma is a regional hub with a strong university, healthcare facilities, and coffee industry. Salaries for Chief Design Officers are higher here than in rural zones, reflecting urban living costs and more employers seeking creative leadership. Most positions are linked to various professional sectors.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br150,000 to Br200,000
Average (per year)
Br170,000
An entry‑level chief design officer brings fresh creative vision and emerging leadership to shape a brand's visual identity.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br200,000 to Br280,000
Average (per year)
Br230,000
Oversees design strategy, leads project teams, and ensures brand consistency across products.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Br280,000 to Br380,000
Average (per year)
Br320,000
Leads design strategy, oversees cross‑functional teams, and ensures brand consistency across products.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Br380,000+
Leads strategic design vision, oversees cross‑functional teams, and drives innovation across the organization.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Br70 - Br95
per hour
Mid-level
Br95 - Br135
per hour
Senior
Br135 - Br180
per hour