As a grants officer, you work for a charitable organisation, government, or other bodies that extend funds for specific causes. You are responsible for handling applications for grants by charity organisations, individuals, university departments, etc. Depending on the organisation you work, you will be handling applications from organisations or individuals who look for funding for specific causes.

Your responsibilities include advising people how to apply for grants, checking applications against set of rules & conditions, recommending funding and keeping records of applications, processing and grants disbursement.

You will also be responsible for publicizing different grants schemes available from your organisation. You will make recommendations of funding for applications that meet set criteria. You will also keep records in the prescribed format in both paper filing and computer systems.