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Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Average Chief Operations Officer (COO) with Strategic Project Management Skills Salary in South Africa

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R810,000
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The average salary for a Chief Operations Officer (COO) is R810,000 in 2025

Base Salary
R0 - R810k
Total Pay
R0 - R825k
(last updated Dec 19 2017)
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What Do Chief Operations Officer (COO)s Do?

Chief Operations Officer (COO) Tasks
  • Direct the day to day operations of the organization.
  • Improve operating procedures to increase profits and/or make the organization more efficient.
  • Implement the strategies set by the Board of Directors and the CEO.
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Medical
50%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%
None
50%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Operations Officer (COO)s

Female
50.0%
Male
50.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Chief Operations Officer (COO)s increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Operations Officer (COO) is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Operations Officer (COO) that oversees more junior Chief Operations Officer (COO)s, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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