VP of Design Salary in City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality

Tshwane, centered on Pretoria, includes public-sector and technology activities. Government-funded employers and engineering firms drive demand for design leaders. Salary levels differ from those in Johannesburg.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

R780,000 to R1,020,000

Average (per year)

R900,000

At the entry level, VPs work in various organizations.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

R1,020,000 to R1,300,000

Average (per year)

R1,160,000

Mid-level positions exist in engineering and IT companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

R1,300,000 to R1,700,000

Average (per year)

R1,500,000

Design strategy for national infrastructure and digital transformation projects is guided by senior VPs.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

R1,700,000+

Principal VPs oversee design functions in a range of institutions and multinational companies.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

R350 - R570

per hour

Mid-level

R570 - R820

per hour

Senior

R820 - R1200

per hour