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.