Head of Design Salary in Maseru, Lesotho

Maseru's design sector offers a median of L145,000 per year for heads of design. The figure reflects contributions from local firms. Housing costs are part of the local cost of living.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

L90,000 to L120,000

Average (per year)

L105,000

Recent graduates or junior managers work in design roles.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

L120,001 to L170,000

Average (per year)

L145,000

Mid-level heads supervise small teams in sectors like apparel manufacturing or banking.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

L170,001 to L230,000

Average (per year)

L200,000

Senior roles manage design projects.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

L230,001+

Principal heads handle strategic leadership in telecoms, major banks, or public sector projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

L50 - L80

per hour

Mid-level

L81 - L120

per hour

Senior

L121 - L160

per hour

Maseru's median exceeds the national average by roughly L20,000. A gap is observed.

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