Hawthorn name Kennett's AFL successor

Jeff Kennett's replacement as Hawthorn president will come from within club ranks. (AAP)

Jeff Kennett's eventful second stint as Hawthorn's AFL president will finally come to an end later this year with the Hawks naming his successor.

Peter Nankivell, who has served as Hawthorn's vice-president for the last five years, will step into the top position at the club's general meeting in December.