Design Director Salary in Songea, Ruvuma

Songea hosts design directors working on government and NGO projects. The city supports a small but steady demand for visual and communication roles. Salaries remain moderate.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh500,000 to Sh850,000

Average (per year)

Sh675,000

New directors work with local media, print shops, or educational institutions.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh850,000 to Sh1,350,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,100,000

Mid-level salaries reflect broader project responsibility in NGOs or government units.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,350,000 to Sh1,900,000

Average (per year)

Sh1,625,000

Senior directors lead multi-year campaigns or regional communications teams.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Sh1,900,000+

Principal roles involve public sector projects or donor programs.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Sh3400 - Sh5300

per hour

Mid-level

Sh5300 - Sh8600

per hour

Senior

Sh8600 - Sh12000

per hour

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