Design Director Salary in Tigray, Ethiopia

In Tigray, a Design Director earns a salary typical for the position. The figure reflects mid-level experience. Cost of living influences net purchasing power across cities.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br156,500 to Br207,500

Average (per year)

Br179,000

Entry-level directors take on basic oversight in smaller organizations and work with local NGOs or educational institutions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br208,000 to Br275,000

Average (per year)

Br237,000

Mid-level roles partner with regional businesses, handling larger design projects and managing small teams.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br275,500 to Br352,500

Average (per year)

Br307,000

Government and larger nonprofits rely on senior directors to lead major initiatives and manage strategy and execution.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Br353,000+

Principal-level directors receive the highest salaries and often oversee multiple projects across sectors, including tourism.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Br90 - Br120

per hour

Mid-level

Br121 - Br168

per hour

Senior

Br168 - Br215

per hour

Tigray's median salary for design directors is reported to be lower than the national average. Housing costs can affect the gap in disposable income.