Product Design Manager Salary in Ethiopia

Salary information is available for Addis Ababa. The figure pertains to the local market.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br140,000 to Br180,000

Average (per year)

Br160,000

Recent graduates begin their careers in entry-level roles.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br185,000 to Br255,000

Average (per year)

Br210,000

Designers with several years of experience work for a variety of organizations.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

Br255,001 to Br340,000

Average (per year)

Br300,000

Senior managers hold positions in education and regional development.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

Br340,000+

Principal-level positions are found in international organizations and major infrastructure projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

Br80 - Br120

per hour

Mid-level

Br120 - Br160

per hour

Senior

Br165 - Br230

per hour

Market Overview

Companies such as Ethio Telecom and local startups hire product design managers to shape digital services. Mobile adoption is a notable aspect of the market. Meanwhile, NGOs and fintech firms also seek designers to improve service accessibility, adding depth to the hiring pool.