Chief Design Officer Salary in Gulu, Northern

Gulu has a strong university and NGO presence in Northern Uganda. Chief Design Officer salaries reflect the influence of international funding and partnerships, but remain below national urban averages.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,000,000 to Sh1,900,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,450,000

Entry-level roles usually support education, health, or development organizations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,900,000 to Sh3,100,000

Average (per year)

Sh2,500,000

At this level, design officers often manage projects for universities or international agencies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh3,100,000 to Sh4,700,000

Average (per year)

Sh3,900,000

Senior Chief Design Officers play key roles in large-scale NGO programs or regional government.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh4,700,000+

Principal-level positions may involve policy leadership or high-value consulting in urban planning.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

Sh5000 - Sh9000

per hour

Mid-level

Sh9000 - Sh17000

per hour

Senior

Sh17000 - Sh27000

per hour