Mo Marley has been appointed interim head coach of the England Women's team following the sacking of Mark Sampson earlier this month.
Marley steps up from her previous role in charge of the U19 side to replace Sampson, who was sacked by the Football Association for "inappropriate and unacceptable behaviour" during his time at Bristol Academy.
Former Everton Ladies coach Marley will take charge of her first game with England when the Lionesses face France in a friendly on October 20, ahead of two World Cup qualifiers against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kazakhstan later this year.
"It is a privilege to be asked to work with the senior team on an interim basis, especially when I have witnessed the dedication both players and staff have shown to become the third-best team in the world," said Marley, in a statement on the FA's website.
"Having watched them at close quarters in the past few years, I know they are a fantastic group of people on and off the pitch.
"It will be my job to step in and ensure they stay focused on the World Cup qualification. We know these players are talented and I know they are capable of great things in the future."
The FA plans to appoint Sampson's permanent successor early in the new year, and confirmed on Friday the process leading to that decision is "expected to begin shortly".
Sue Campbell, head of women's football at the FA, welcomed Marley's appointment after a turbulent period for the national side.
"This has been an extremely challenging time for everyone connected with the game but, given her vast experience, Mo is absolutely the right person to help guide us through," said Campbell.
"I am sure the team will show their usual professionalism and positivity over the coming months and will respond well to Mo's leadership."
The turbulent manner of Sampson's exit means stability is key and Marley should provide that, having nurtured the talent of up-and-coming Lionesses during her years in charge of the England U-19 side, whom she has coached since 2001.
Her age-group side won the European Championship in July 2009, with current England internationals Lucy Bronze, Toni Duggan, Jade Moore, Jordan Nobbs and Izzy Christiansen all involved.
More recently, Marley's team secured their place at next year's Women's U20 World Cup, which will be staged by France, a year before the same country hosts the senior World Cup.
The FA has not specified it is seeking a woman to succeed Sampson but it has been urged to do so by several prominent figures in the game, including England's record goalscorer Kelly Smith.
Chelsea Ladies manager Emma Hayes appeared to rule herself out of the running days after Sampson's departure by saying she planned to stay with the Blues for the long term.
That fuelled speculation UEFA Pro Licence holder Marley and Sampson's former assistant Marieanne Spacey could be leading candidates, with both already employed by the FA.