Courtney Browne is to replace Clive Lloyd as West Indies' chairman of selectors.
The former Test wicket-keeper has been given a two-year deal and will take charge at the end of September, when Lloyd will become a special ambassador for the West Indies Cricket Board.
Former Test captain Lloyd said: "I made every attempt to serve with distinction and I was pleased to contribute to the game again. I look forward to the new role."
New man Browne played 20 Tests and 46 one-day internationals and has been a member of the senior men's selection panel for the past six years.