Mike Hesson has been appointed Pakistan’s white-ball head coach.

Hesson, who coached his home country New Zealand for six years, replaces interim coach Aaqib Javed.

His appointment follows a turbulent period where ex-South Africa batter Gary Kirsten stood down from the role after just six months and former Australia bowler Jason Gillespie stood in temporarily.

Javed was then in charge for Pakistan’s Champions Trophy campaign, when they were knocked out in the group stage without a win.

Hesson is in charge of defending Pakistan Super League champions Islamabad United and will begin his role with the national side once the franchise tournament concludes.

“Mike brings with him a wealth of international experience and a proven track record of developing competitive sides,” said Mohsin Naqvi, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board.

“We look forward to his expertise and leadership in shaping the future of Pakistan’s white-ball cricket.”