Head of Design Salary in Northern, Uganda
Northern Uganda's Gulu district reports a median salary for a Head of Design. Design demand exists. Salary packages consider the region's living costs.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh600,000 to Sh1,150,000
Average (per year)
Sh850,000
New hires in Apac can start at smaller firms with modest salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh1,150,000 to Sh1,750,000
Average (per year)
Sh1,475,000
More experience brings higher pay, especially at regional NGOs and government projects.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh1,750,000 to Sh2,500,000
Average (per year)
Sh2,100,000
Senior professionals manage teams and work for larger organizations.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
Sh2,500,000+
Principal roles in Apac have salaries that reflect seniority.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
Sh3650 - Sh7250
per hour
Mid-level
Sh7250 - Sh11000
per hour
Senior
Sh11000 - Sh16500
per hour
Compared with the national median of around Sh2,200,000, Northern Uganda pays roughly 33% less. The region has lower housing costs.