Design Director Salary in Sud-Ouest, Burkina Faso

In Sud‑Ouest, a Design Director typically earns around Fr3,925,000 XOF per year. Housing costs are described as modest.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr2,500,000 to Fr3,350,000

Average (per year)

Fr2,950,000

Recent graduates join regional NGOs or local government projects and receive salaries.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr3,350,000 to Fr4,600,000

Average (per year)

Fr3,925,000

Mid-level professionals manage small teams for development programs or international aid offices.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr4,600,000 to Fr5,700,000

Average (per year)

Fr5,100,000

Senior directors oversee major initiatives and coordinate with government or foreign agencies.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Fr5,700,000+

Principal directors hold top posts at international NGOs or consult for multiple regional projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Fr1200 - Fr1850

per hour

Mid-level

Fr1850 - Fr2400

per hour

Senior

Fr2400 - Fr3150

per hour

Sud‑Ouest salaries are referenced against the national median for design leaders. Lower living costs are noted.