Head of Design Salary in Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples, Ethiopia

In the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples region, a Head of Design earns a median of Br170,000 per year. That figure reflects local conditions. Tourism companies are part of the local economy.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br100,000 to Br140,000

Average (per year)

Br120,000

At the entry level, Heads of Design work with universities, tourism operators, and small manufacturers.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br140,000 to Br200,000

Average (per year)

Br170,000

In mid-level positions, designers often engage with hospitality businesses, public sector contracts, and local startups.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br200,000 to Br270,000

Average (per year)

Br230,000

Senior Heads of Design oversee creative teams serving resorts, academic institutions, and regional government programs.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Br270,000+

Principal and Lead designers occupy senior positions within major hotels, universities, and tourism authorities.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Br60 - Br100

per hour

Mid-level

Br100 - Br150

per hour

Senior

Br150 - Br210

per hour

Nationally, Head of Design roles average around Br210,000, so the Southern Nations region sits below the countrywide median. International aid positions are included in the salary analysis.